DLA Piper

DLA Piper‘s sports practice is largely comprised of IP and data protection work, as well as corporate, acquisition and financing matters. Advising international investment institutions, high-value sports teams, sports institutions and more, the team is particularly recommended for supporting international clients entering into the french sports market. Practice lead Frank Valentin offers clients expertise in IP rights, particularly trademark protection and enforcement. Alice Magnan is active in cross-border M&A and investment matters. Romain Guénin left the firm in January 2026.