With a broad caseload spanning brand protection, governance issues, immigration, and sponsorship agreements, Shakespeare Martineau LLP is well-equipped to handle contract fallout, disciplinary, and doping disputes. Co-head of the practice Rhys Wyborn is an employment law specialist and is a key contact for sports clubs and governing bodies. Also co-head of the team, Ed Wright advises sports businesses on commercial contracts, data protection, and IP issues. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Nottingham.

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Key clients

  • British Orienteering
  • University of Essex
  • Boccia England
  • Wiltshire College and University
  • Incus Performance
  • Spirit Health Group/Spirit Digital
  • Ultra Sport Europe
  • PKKM
  • Replay Maintenance/Passport 365
  • Endurance Zone

Work highlights

  • Advised Boccia England on its codes of conduct for all stakeholders involved with the charity/NGB.
  • Advised Spirit Health Group/Spirit Digital on an R&D collaboration agreement with Waire Health and University of Strathclyde relating to a research project entitled ‘A novel method for remote assessment of exercise capacity using a telehealth platform and a wearable medical device.'
  • Advising Endurance Zone in relation to the appropriate terms and conditions and privacy policies for the proposed National Fitness Day Rewards app.

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Practice head

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Ed Wright, Rhys Wyborn