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The ‘hugely experienced and commercially-minded’ Mark Loosemore is a key name within Hugh James’ sports offering, with deep industry connections. Praised as a ‘high-class operator’ in the field, Loosemore heads the multi-disciplinary group and is noted for his ability ’to cut through the noise and get things done’ for a range of sports bodies, including the Football Association of Wales, and Sport Wales. The practice advises on governance issues, commercial contracts and IP-related matters. Other key practitioners include corporate and commercial lawyer Gerallt Jones, who has a longstanding relationship with Welsh Rugby Union, and litigator Tracey Singlehurst-Ward, who has deep expertise in sports dispute resolution.
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Work Department
Corporate/Commercial
Position
Partner
Career
Mark is a partner and commercial solicitor, who specialises in the sport and digital media sectors. He began his legal career in London with leading international firm Bird & Bird, in their sports team acting, for example, for The (English) Football Association as well as various other world-renowned clients. Mark went on to become Group Commercial Director of the Welsh Rugby Union for the opening of the Millennium Stadium and the hosting of Rugby World Cup. He was later the senior in-house lawyer for several years with leading digital sports content and media group, Perform Group (now DAZN). Prior to joining Hugh James in 2023, Mark was Senior Partner of his own boutique law firm, Loosemores, which he ran successfully for 7 years before it was acquired by Hugh James.
Education
Legal Practice Course - Cardiff University 1993 – 1994
Graduate Diploma in Social Studies - University of Oxford 1992 – 1993
LLB Law - University College London 1989 – 1992
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘The team demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and understanding of sport and bring this to all aspects of work. They are highly responsive to the needs of our organisation and provide sound and considered advice.'
'The firm has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the sport space. This specialist knowledge along with their ability to see the "bigger picture" in terms of possible collaborations mixed with their attention to detail make them the "go to" firm for the sport sector.'
‘Mark Loosemore is a very articulate, hugely experienced and commercially minded lawyer who has an instinct to cut through the noise and get things done. Mark is also extremely well connected within the industry section and is often willing to offer introductions to others within the space that can and do lead to positive collaborations.’
'Mark Loosemore is a high-class operator. Technically outstanding but with high levels of empathy and IQ, he is incredibly intuitive and quick to understand client needs and deliver consistently top-quality work. Mark has genuine sport sector expertise, delivers results on deals, adds real commercial value on top of the law and consistently provides the very highest level of client service.'
‘Mark Loosemore combines unparalleled legal knowledge with concise commercial advice. He consistently delivers this advice in an accessible way and goes above and beyond for his clients. His experience within the sector is vast meaning he always has the answer or knows someone who does.’
Key clients
- British Boxing Board of Control Welsh Rugby Union Football Association of Wales Cardiff Rugby British Mountaineering Council Celtic Manor Resort Metro Bank Sport Wales Tennis Wales Welsh Sport Association (WSA) Welsh Rugby Players Association Game4Padel Run4Wales EcoSports Tours/ Gole Group Horse & Country TV Wales Netball Vinix Partners British Gymnastics Glamorgan County Cricket Club PinDrop Spor
Work highlights
Advising the Football Association of Wales on various matters including the contracts for hosting the UEFA men's Euro 2028 finals tournament.