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Kirkland & Ellis

Sports Law

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Kirkland & Ellis

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Sports Law - USA - Nationwide

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Kirkland & Ellis represents key players in the industry, from teams to investors, with particular expertise in advising the latter. It is adept at counselling on acquisitions, sponsorship agreements, media rights deals and league formations.

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Work Highlights

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  • Kirkland & Ellis LLP represented Genius Sports in the expansion and extension of its strategic data distribution partnership with the NFL.

Strengths

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  • They strike an appropriate balance between being commercial and not taking unnecessary risk, while being able to be aggressive when you want them to be.

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  • Kirkland & Ellis is distinguished by its relentless focus, commitment, refusal to be outworked and mastery of the subject matter.

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  • When something is new and bespoke they are willing to do the difficult work of defining the market and being thoughtful.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Frank Saviano
    Frank Saviano

    Frank Saviano

    Frank Saviano is well equipped to advise on a broad range of transactional matters for sports clients. He is sought out by major associations and teams to advise on joint ventures, arena development and M&A.

    • Frank is great at working internally and externally. He is the best thought partner we have.

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  • Jason Krochak
    Jason Krochak

    Jason Krochak

    Jason Krochak is highlighted for his ability to advise leagues and private equity firms on a number of issues, such as licensing agreements, acquisitions and league expansions. He has further expertise in sports betting matters.
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