Latham & Watkins leverages its well-established M&A and private equity practices to respond to the needs of the burgeoning sports-tech industry, advising an impressive roster of clients on regulatory and transactional matters across the sports sector. A notable highlight involved advising the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on issues concerning the staging of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Jean-Luc Juhan leads the team and is noted for possessing a 'very fine international vision', specialising in international commercial sport transactions with a particular expertise in content licensing and broadcasting rights distribution.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team is responsive and perfectly attentive. They have a detailed knowledge of our files and do not hesitate to offer us reflections (in the form of a conference) on related subjects.'
'Jean-Luc Juhan, the partner who supports us in our various matters, is an excellent advisor. He has a very good knowledge of the sector and also a very fine international vision.'
'Very dynamic team and very available. Their multi-sector experience allows them to bring new ideas to less “innovative” sectors.'
'Listening and adaptability.'
Key clients
- Apple Inc
- Fortress Investment Group
- GOAT Group
- International Olympic Committee
- French Football League
- Marseille Olympics
Work highlights
Advised the IOC on issues concerning the staging of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
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Practice head
Jean-Luc Juhan