‘Expertise, dedication, and a results-driven approach’ differentiates the practice at Tyr, which has extensive regulatory and litigation expertise across the sector, as well as football finance knowledge; commercial sponsorship and employment work are also key strengths of the team. The ’very impressive and knowledgeable’ Alistair McHenry is a skilled advocate and leads the practice, with vast arbitration experience. Rebecca Dods works closely with international sports integrity agencies, sporting clubs, and high-profile athletes.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Alastair McHenry is very impressive and knowledgeable.’
- ‘TYR Law, led by Alistair McHenry, has been instrumental in handling our legal matters with expertise, dedication, and a results-driven approach. Their deep knowledge of sports law, arbitration, and regulatory disputes has provided us with strategic and effective legal support.'
- ‘Tyr Law, led by Alistair McHenry, has been outstanding in handling my legal matters. Their deep expertise, strategic thinking, and tireless dedication set them apart. Alistair combines legal precision with a strong commercial understanding, making him a top choice for sports law and arbitration.'
- ‘This practice's approach is unique due to the talent they have secured. They are able to fully represent clients no matter what the commercial aspect of the case.’
- ‘Very thorough and thought about the case from every angle. Kind and compassionate to all they came into contact with but did not shy away from asking questions that needed to be asked.’
- ‘Worked with Alistair McHenry, who had great communication and was very knowledgeable. He was very considered in his approach which gave me a lot of trust in him.’
Key clients
- The International Table Tennis Federation
- The International Tennis Integrity Agency
- Crystal Palace FC
- UK Athletics
- Sport Resolutions
- Lawn Tennis Association
- Swansea City
- Table Tennis England
Work highlights
Advised the International Tennis Integrity Agency on a corruption case involving a chair umpire charged with manipulating electronic scores to facilitate betting in breach of the Tennis Anti-Corruption Programme.
Advised the Integrity Unit of the International Table Tennis Federation in an intentional misrepresentation charge brought against an athlete under the ITTF’s Classification Rules.
Appointed by UK Athletics’ Independent Appeal Group to chair a high number of selection appeals brought by athletes not selected for the European Championships, the Olympics and the Paralympics.
Lawyers
Next generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Rebecca Dods
Practice head
Alistair McHenry
Other key lawyers
Rebecca Dods