UK Guide 2026 : Scotland
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Burness Paull maintains a prominent sports department which offers a broad range of legal services for governing bodies, clubs and individuals in Scotland and beyond. It advises on all sports, although it has particularly extensive experience in football. The department is able to provide multidisciplinary support that encompasses all kinds of legal advice, including on litigation, employment, commercial, corporate and brand protection.
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Burness Paull advised Elite Sports Group Limited in commercial litigation with Rangers Football Club, who had claimed against Elite for unpaid sums after the contract was terminated. There were significant complications, due to Rangers being involved in a separate dispute with Sports Direct in England, but the claim was successfully defended and Elite then pursued its own claim for damages for breach of contract.
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Everyone at Burness we deal with understands what we need and are always very responsive. They cut to the chase, which we find helpful as we are always dealing with things on a tight schedule.
A developing practice and brand recognition as being an emergent player of strength. Working for a range of industry stakeholders. A strong team, diligent and comprehensive in engagement with matters.
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Stephen Farrell is a litigator, dual-qualified in Scotland and England & Wales. He frequently acts for leading brands, governing bodies and corporate clients in sports disputes.
Stephen is competent and comprehensive.
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