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Oliver  Hunt

Oliver Hunt

Work Department

Commercial, Intellectual Property, Regulatory

Position

Oliver is a Commercial lawyer, and is well known for acting for Talent, particularly in golf and football. Oliver has been acting for Sir Nick Faldo for over 20 years and counts some of the biggest names in world sport as clients.

Particular highlights include:

Acting for Rory McIlroy on his ground-breaking Nike deal in 2012 Advising Ryder Cup Europe on the bidding processes for the 2018 and 2022 Ryder Cups. Playing a significant role in Eden Hazard’s move to Real Madrid in 2019 as part of his management team. Overseeing US Open Champion Matt Fitzpatrick’s business affairs. Other clients include Tommy Fleetwood, Red Bull Racing and Leeds United.

Oliver has published a number of articles, appeared as an expert on BBC News, and has featured in the likes of Sports Business, The New York Times, The Times and the Daily Telegraph as a sports law expert.

Career

2005 - Present: Founder and Partner - Onside Law

2001 - 2005: In-house counsel – IMG

Languages

English

Mentions

TMT (technology, media and telecoms) • London

Sport

Hall of fame