Burness Paull LLP has a broad offering across the sports sector, and the team is sought after by large football clubs and sports governing bodies for its strength in handling employment, IP and immigration matters, to name a few. Practice head Stephen Farrell is well versed in handling disputes, while Jamie Kerr focuses on immigration matters. Fraser MacKinven counts commercial sports issues as a core area of strength, and is equally adept at assisting with the media aspects of sports work.
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- 'They listen, understand our commercial priorities, and provide solutions that are practical, not just technically sound.'
Key clients
- Scottish FA
- Scottish Rugby Limited
- The Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL)
- International Cricket Council
- World Curling
- Sky Limited (Sky Sports)
- Elite Sports Group Limited
- Queens Park FC
- Hibernian FC
- Celtic FC
Work highlights
Acting for SPFL in connection with the enforcement of intellectual property rights in Scotland.
Advising Hibernian FC on corporate investment matters.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Fraser MacKinven
Practice head
Stephen Farrell
Other key lawyers
Jamie Kerr; Fraser MacKinven