Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Leveraging its extensive expertise in the M&A, employment, and IP fields, the team at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP routinely represents major US sports leagues and membership organisations in complex transactions and high-profile lawsuits. The team is especially well-regarded for its ability to represent clients in high-sakes antitrust claims and trade mark infringement cases, with practice co-heads Anthony Dreyer and Karen Lent serving as key contacts for commercial litigation surrounding sports, licensing, and competition matters. Matthew Martino specializes in league governance, broadcasting, and sponsorship issues, while Thad Hartmann focuses on high-profile mergers. Michael Menitove regularly advises professional sports leagues on their business practices and agreements. All named attorneys operate out of New York.