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Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Gaming & Licensing

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Greenberg Traurig, LLP

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Greenberg Traurig's global Gaming Practice advises clients on matters that a company operating in the gaming industry may face, including licensing, compliance, employment, real estate, intellectual property, litigation, corporate transactions, anti-money laundering regulation, and financing. Our clients include casino companies, owners, operators, and executives, gaming manufacturers and suppliers, Native American tribes, gaming industry suppliers/vendors, private equity firms, and investment banks. With offices in key gaming jurisdictions, state capitals, and financial centers throughout the United States, as well as a strong international presence, we provide our clients with localized knowledge and global reach.

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Gaming & Licensing - USA - Nationwide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Greenberg Traurig LLP is a full-service international firm providing quality legal representation across a range of regulatory and transactional issues, including online and tribal gaming-related matters. It counsels clients involved in every aspect of the gaming industry, from casino owners, operators and suppliers through to financial institutions and real estate developers. The team also offers expertise in gaming and licensing matters that intersect with IP and real estate.

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Work Highlights

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  • Greenberg Traurig, LLP advised Boyd Gaming on its operational, licensing and compliance obligations in Nevada, Indiana and Illinois.

Strengths

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  • Greenberg Traurig stands out for its strong leadership, impressive depth of knowledge, resources and great relationship management.

    Gaming & Licensing respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Edward Winkofsky
    Edward Winkofsky

    Edward Winkofsky

    Chair of the firm's gaming practice, Edward Winkofsky is commended for his in-depth knowledge of gaming, licensing and regulatory compliance matters. He has further notable experience in esports and iGaming matters.

    • Edward is a good thinker and problem-solver; he has a way of working through complex issues to find the most direct solutions.

      Gaming & Licensing respondentUSA
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  • Erica Okerberg
    Erica Okerberg

    Erica Okerberg

    Erica Okerberg has substantive experience navigating the licensing process for a range of clients. She also has a strong reputation for her ability to advise clients on sportsbook regulation and gaming acquisitions.

    • Erica is very responsive and has a really good rapport with the industry and regulators. She has a great understanding of business operations and can easily adapt her legal advice to how it works on the commercial side.

      Gaming & Licensing respondentUSA

    • Erica is very well respected in the industry, at the board and Gaming Commission level. She is very detailed and articulates topics very well, and has a knack for being able to express and explain complex issues in a simple manner.

      Gaming & Licensing respondentUSA
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  • Sean M McGuinness
    Sean M McGuinness

    Sean M McGuinness

    Sean McGuinness is highly experienced in gaming regulatory, licensing and compliance matters and represents clients throughout the USA. He frequently acts before gaming control boards and commissions on behalf of a range of clients, including gaming operators, sports wagering companies, financial institutions and tribal gaming entities.

    • Sean is licensed in multiple jurisdictions and maintains very good relationships with the regulators, which is a very valuable tool and helps in getting positive outcomes.

      Gaming & Licensing respondentUSA
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