I am interested in the legal side of sport but athlete representation is not necessarily my goal. What other areas should I explore?
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Sports legal work can touch contracts, employment, labor relations, governance, intellectual property, sponsorship, media rights, privacy, disputes, compliance and facility/event matters. Lawyers may work inside teams, leagues, governing bodies, agencies, brands, unions or law firms. There are also non-lawyer roles in compliance, governance and contract administration. If you are considering law school, speak with practitioners across several parts of the industry so you understand the work beyond headline negotiations. Strong writing, research, commercial awareness and the ability to explain risk clearly are valuable across the field.
What does progression usually depend on beyond simply knowing the rules?
What does progression usually depend on beyond simply knowing the rules?
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