Proskauer Rose LLP offers a robust platform in the sports industry, with regular mandates across all sports verticals, including M&A, media, and dispute resolution. Based in New York, the team regularly receives mandates from major US leagues, including the NBA, NFL, and MLB. The firm is a recognized authority on sports-related financing and M&A deals, working on complex, first-of-their-kind transactions such as the Friedkin Group’s acquisition of Everton Football Club and advising the Buffalo Bills on a series of private equity investments. The group’s leadership is split between Joseph Leccese, an established port of call for high-profile teams, media companies, and college conferences, and experienced antitrust and commercial litigator Bradley Ruskin. Christine Lazatin is well-versed in the intricacies of league expansion transactions, from established leagues like the NHL to emerging leagues such as League One Volleyball and Major League Table Tennis leagues. Wayne Katz has a long-standing practice handling stadium and arena developments for high-profile teams across the NFL and NBA.
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Testimonials
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‘Proskauer has extensive knowledge of the sports industry, which is extremely beneficial to clients when dealing with new or unique matters. This overall industry knowledge helps to set them apart from other firms in the space.’
‘We principally work with Christine Lazatin and Arthur Burke at the partner level, and they are both fantastic. Their knowledge and client service are outstanding. They are supported by a strong group of associates, including Alexander Amir, Sabrina Palazzolo, Sean Wildes, and Jeff Adler. They all have great attitudes and are extremely willing to dig in and help us reach positive outcomes no matter the situation.’
Key clients
- Activision Blizzard
- Ares
- ATP Tour
- BIG EAST Conference
- Big 10 Conference
- Big 12 Conference
- Bruin Capital
- Buffalo Bills
- Detroit Pistons
- Drone Racing League
- Friedkin Family
- Goldman Sachs
- Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- JPMorgan
- Los Angeles 2028
- Major League Baseball
- Major League Soccer
- National Basketball Association
- National Football League
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Practice head
Joseph Leccese; Bradley Ruskin
Other key lawyers
Christine Lazatin; Wayne Katz; Elise Bloom; Arthur Burke; Alexander Amir; Sabrina Palazzolo; Sean Wildes; Jeff Adler