With a solid presence in the world of football, the group at Addleshaw Goddard is well known for assisting high-profile football clubs and sports event organisers with a broad range of commercial, employment and contentious work. Simon Catto is highly regarded for his litigation expertise, and often acts for sports clubs, regulatory bodies, and individuals in disputes; he co-heads the practice with Helena Brown, who brings extensive experience in assisting football clubs and sporting bodies with commercial and regulatory work. Erin Grieve is active on disciplinary matters.
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Key clients
- Celtic Football Club Limited
- The Scottish Football Association
- Heart of Midlothian Football Club Limited
- Sheffield Steelers
- Scottish Ice Hockey
- Southbank Asset Finance Limited
- Hibernian Football Club Limited
- Morecambe Football Club Limited
- AFC Wimbledon Limited
- The Scottish Professional Football League
- The Administrators of Dumbarton Football Club
Work highlights
Advising Hibernian Football Club, Morecambe Football Club and AFC Wimbledon on a claim against third-party individuals following their handling of the clubs' payrolls.
Advising Dumbarton Football Club on matters connected with the administration and ongoing running of the club.
Appearing on behalf of a rowing coach in a disciplinary matter.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Erin Grieve
Practice head
Simon Catto; Helena Brown
Other key lawyers
Erin Grieve