Kirkland & Ellis LLP assembles a robust sports offering, leveraging its broader transactional expertise to advise a wide array of professional sports franchises and leagues. Representative work includes guiding clients through acquisitions, joint ventures, and IP disputes. The practice’s expertise in transactional sports mandates is highlighted by its recent work acting for Sixth Street in the purchase of a minority interest in the New England Patriots. Frank Saviano, who joined the firm from Latham & Watkins in September 2025, advises a deep roster of private capital firms and financial institutions. Fellow recruit Jason Krochak, recruited from Proskauer Rose LLP in October 2025, has significant experience assisting on a wide range of transactions, including media rights agreements, joint ventures, and league expansions.
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Key clients
- Arctos Partners
- Byron Deeter
- Buffalo Bills
- Diamond Baseball Holdings, a Silver Lake portfolio company
- Dynasty Equity
- Egon Durban and Mike Meldman
- Endeavor
- Genius Sports
- Philadelphia Eagles
- Railbird Exchange
- The Ryan Family
- Simplebet
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Jason Krochak
Other key lawyers
Frank Saviano; Jason Krochak; Michael Considine