Ward Hadaway LLP's sports practice was bolstered by the arrival of Philip Edmondson, who leads the practice and regularly offers regulatory advice to sports clubs; he also advises national governing bodies on disciplinary matters and football agents on transfers and FIFA regulations. Further key names in the Leeds office are Owen Ormond, who joined the firm in January 2024 and frequently advises Premier League and Football League clubs on corporate recovery matters, and Dan Lyon, who acts on construction matters relating to sports stadiums and training spaces.

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Key clients

  • British Weightlifters Association t/a British Weightlifting
  • Newcastle United Football Club
  • Newcastle Rugby Ltd
  • Durham County Cricket Club
  • South Tyneside Gymnastics
  • Northumberland Golf Club
  • Robbie Fowler Education & Football Academy
  • Bad Company MMA Gym

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Philip Edmondson

Other key lawyers

Owen Ormond, Dan Lyon