Chambers Review

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Sport - The Regions (Bar)
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Band 1
What the Team is Known For

The barristers at Kings Chambers handle all manner of sports law cases, from agent disputes and other challenging contractual cases, to disciplinary hearings for individual athletes and governing bodies. The set counts many high-profile sports clubs among its clients, including Premier League football clubs. Barristers at the set have recently been instructed in regulatory proceedings for Birmingham City Football Club brought by the EFL.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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David Casement KC
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David Casement KC
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Band 1

David Casement KC is a highly experienced barrister with one of the most impressive sports offerings outside London. He is recognised for his diverse practice as an arbitrator, counsel and panel chair.

"David is a high-profile silk."

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Martin Budworth
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Band 1

Martin Budworth is well versed in employment-related disputes, especially those relating to football. He is also adept at handling cases concerning the Olympics and cycling. He sits as an arbitrator for Sport Resolutions and the Football League.

"He is very capable."

Steven Flynn
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Steven Flynn
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Band 1

Steven Flynn is trusted by players and governing bodies alike for his astute counsel in proceedings examining conduct within the game. He is active in RFU and FA misconduct hearings, as well as internal club disciplinary matters, and commercial disputes.

"Steven's ability to demystify complex legal concepts and provide clear, concise, effective and practical advice is very impressive."

"Steven Flynn is instinctive and creative in his approach, which is of great value to clients."

Rosie Kight
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Rosie Kight
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Up and Coming

Rosie Kight is a rising star in the sports law space. She has experience across a range of issues in the space, including anti-doping and contract negotiations within rugby, cycling and sailing.

"Rosie demonstrates a high degree of compassion and humility when dealing with clients, which in turn ensures we are able to obtain greater insight and understanding of the nuances of a matter."

Ranked Barristers at
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David Casement KC
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David Casement KC
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Martin Budworth
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Band 1
Steven Flynn
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Steven Flynn
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Rosie Kight
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Rosie Kight
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Up and Coming