Sports Law
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Australia
Band 2
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MinterEllison has a strong reputation for advising on events organisation, stadium agreements and facilities licensing agreements with multiple sports bodies. It is also equipped to handle sponsorship arrangements, regulatory and compliance matters, IP and broadcasting issues and reputation management, drawing upon the broader resources of the national firm as and when appropriate. The law firm possesses specialist knowledge of the racing and football codes and a premier disciplinary investigations capability.
Work Highlights
- MinterEllison advised Parramatta Basketball Association on a joint venture with Hoops Capital, which was formed to facilitate the redevelopment of the Wyatt Park Site.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Minter Ellison has a deep knowledge of the regulatory framework in the sporting industry."
"Authoritative advice is provided for complex matters, delivered in an easily understood manner."
"Minter Ellison has a deep knowledge of the regulatory framework in the sporting industry."
"Authoritative advice is provided for complex matters, delivered in an easily understood manner."
Notable Practitioners
David Poulton advises across a wide range of practice area issues, including questions related to insurance, corporate risk and media-linked disputes. He is particularly well regarded for his in-depth knowledge of the football and racing spheres.
"He has encyclopedic knowledge of racing regulation, developed over decades."