The sports industry is a rapidly growing sector globally, both economically and socially. This sector, which encompasses a wide range of stakeholders such as athletes, clubs, federations, managers, and sponsors, involves complex legal relationships and regulations. Güneş & Güneş Law Firm, with its team specialized in all areas of sports law, provides comprehensive legal support and consultancy services required by the world of sports.
Our goal is to assist in resolving disputes arising in sports law, manage your legal processes, and ensure that sports activities are conducted smoothly within a legal framework.
Our Services
1. Legal Services for Athletes:
- Preparation and review of professional athletes’ transfer contracts.
- Representation in legal disputes between athletes and clubs.
- Defense preparation and appeal processes against disciplinary sanctions.
- Preparation and negotiation of sponsorship and endorsement agreements.
- Drafting and monitoring athlete management contracts.
2. Legal Services for Clubs:
- Preparation and revision of club statutes.
- Legal support during clubs’ participation in national and international sports organizations.
- Preparation of employment contracts for club employees and resolution of labor disputes.
- Preparation of sponsorship, advertising, and broadcasting rights contracts for clubs.
- Legal support in tax obligations and financial restructuring processes.
3. Services for Federations and Sports Organizations:
- Establishment, management, and compliance audits of sports federations.
- Legal consultancy for organizations hosting sports events.
- Compliance checks with rules and regulations in international sports organizations.
- Legal management of relationships between sports federations and international federations.
4. Transfer and Management Services:
- Contract negotiations and preparation for athlete transfers.
- Drafting of management contracts in compliance with national and international regulations.
- Legal support and management of disputes arising from transfers.
- Monitoring of legal proceedings with FIFA and other sports authorities.
5. Dispute Resolution in Sports Law:
- Defense representation before the Football Disciplinary Committee (PFDK), Appeals Committee, and other sports legal bodies.
- Resolution of disputes before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
- Legal defense and appeal processes in doping cases.
- Representation in lawsuits related to violations of athletes’ rights.
6. Sponsorship and Advertising Rights:
- Drafting of sponsorship agreements for sports clubs, athletes, and organizations.
- Regulation of advertising and broadcasting rights and resolution of contractual disputes.
- Preparation and legal monitoring of agreements for the promotion of sports events.
7. Doping and Disciplinary Procedures:
- Legal support for athletes facing issues with doping tests.
- Preparation of defense against doping allegations.
- Compliance audits and consultancy for sports federations’ disciplinary regulations.
8. Broadcasting Rights and Media Agreements:
- Drafting and negotiation of broadcasting rights contracts for sports organizations.
- Compliance audits with national and international regulations regarding broadcasting rights.
- Resolution of legal disputes between media companies and sports clubs.
9. Legal Services for Stadiums and Sports Facilities:
- Legal consultancy in the planning, construction, and operation of sports facilities.
- Drafting of stadium lease, operation, and revenue-sharing agreements.
- Legal support for security, advertising, and service contracts in sports facilities.
10. Services for Amateur and Youth Sports:
- Protection of amateur athletes’ rights and preparation of contracts.
- Legal consultancy in the promotion and support processes for youth sports clubs.
- Legal assistance for amateur athletes in participating in national and international competitions.
Why Gunes & Gunes Law Firm?
26 Years of Experience
We have been providing legal consultancy services to our clients since 1999.
30 Person Team
We are a family of 30 people, with our lawyers and assistant teammates who are experts in different fields of work.
Service in 4 Languages
Internationally, we provide native language-level legal advice in Turkish, English, German and Russian.
48 Different Practice Areas
We provide legal support to our clients in many different fields of work.
Güneş & Güneş Law Firm has extensive knowledge and experience in all areas of sports law. By thoroughly analyzing the dynamic structure and legal needs of the sports world, we provide tailored solutions to our clients.
Our goal is to protect the rights of all stakeholders in the sports sector and ensure that their activities proceed smoothly and within the legal framework. With our transparent, solution-oriented, and reliable approach, we continue to make a difference in the sports world.
For any legal needs related to sports law, do not hesitate to contact us. At Güneş & Güneş Law Firm, we are always by your side.
