Lavery, de Billy
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Lavery, de Billy‘s sports and entertainment practice is led out of Montréal by Sébastien Vézina, who stands out for his expertise in handling a range of legal issues for sports clients. The firm advises on issues which affect sports teams, professional and amateur leagues, agencies and event promoters such as M&A, governance strategies, development and financing of commercial projects as well as day-to-day operational advice. It is experienced in negotiating, managing and drafting a range of sports-related contracts as well as assist with brand image, marketing and sponsorship agreements. Vézina excels in handling commercial agreements for sports clients and is involved in charitable, community and sports organizations and associations. He also advises on sports franchise investments and acquisitions, team-related transactions, IP protection and sports facility management.
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Testimonials
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‘Sébastien Vézina is extremely competent, quickly understands all practical aspects of sports business, not just legal.’
‘It was the effectiveness of the work needed that stood out. The services requested were done quickly and effectively without missing a detail.’
Key clients
- Quebec Junior Maritimes Hockey League
- Canadian Hockey League
Work highlights
Advised the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League on a landmark agreement with FloSports.