Sport
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 6
About
Provided by The Sports Consultancy Legal
Founded in 2017, TSC Legal has pioneered the genre of ‘legal consultancy’. Combining considerable sector-specific legal experience with a working environment dedicated to the business of sport, TSC Legal offers its clients unrivalled industry knowledge across legal, strategic and commercial matters. From its office in London, the firm provides advice to clients throughout the world, applying UK best practice principles to developing competitions in international jurisdictions.
Specialisms:
- Events – advising rights holders in creating, optimising and contracting a wide range of event-related commercial rights, with a focus on hosting and sponsorship.
- Commercial – expertise in negotiating sponsorship and endorsement agreements for rights holders, athletes, and brands.
- Corporate – shaping the sports and entertainment industries through corporate transactions and structuring advice.
- Governance & Regulatory – advising clients on a range of sports regulations and governance structures.
Chambers Review
The Sports Consultancy Legal, true to its name, is the legal arm of a highly respected multidisciplinary professional services boutique dedicated exclusively to the world of sport. As well as corporate work, The Sports Consultancy is recommended in particular for events bidding and hosting issues; governance and regulatory advice, including the creation of new leagues and associations; and sponsorship and sports marketing.
Work Highlights
- The Sports Consultancy Legal advised European Professional Club Rugbyon the host city bid process for the finals of the European Rugby Champions Cup and Challenge Cup Finals in 2025 and 2026.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"One of the key reasons to work with them was their commercial acumen. We need a partner who is able to lighten the load for us and be proactive rather than just act as a support service."
"They have a wide variety of skill sets within their group and apply the right team to a project, especially when complex and/or sophisticated. Feedback is always prompt, and expectations managed well."
"The Sports Consultancy takes a very professional approach imbued with emotional intelligence. The international aspects of the matter were handled confidently; no foreign legal advice was needed."
"One of the key reasons to work with them was their commercial acumen. We need a partner who is able to lighten the load for us and be proactive rather than just act as a support service."
"They have a wide variety of skill sets within their group and apply the right team to a project, especially when complex and/or sophisticated. Feedback is always prompt, and expectations managed well."
"The Sports Consultancy takes a very professional approach imbued with emotional intelligence. The international aspects of the matter were handled confidently; no foreign legal advice was needed."
Notable Practitioners
Andy Korman is a well-established name in the field of sports marketing and sponsorship. He regularly advises key clients in the sector, including competitions, governing bodies and leading sports brands.
Rob Jones leads legal matters on behalf of professional sporting associations. He leads the firm's corporate and finance offering and is an expert in events bidding processes and hosting requirements.
"Rob Jones has a good understanding of the property and the legal solutions that work best for it. He has been very supportive."
"We couldn't be happier with Rob, he's a pleasure to work with. He has fantastic attention to detail, commercial acumen and knowledge of our sport."
"Rob Jones has a very calm, sustained and professional negotiating approach, all while maintaining a strong position. Great negotiation skills and outstandingly knowledgeable."
Ranked Lawyers at
The Sports Consultancy Legal
UK-wide
Clients
Provided by The Sports Consultancy Legal
BUCS
BitMEX
European Professional Cup Rugby (EPCR)
FIFA
International Biathlon Union (IBU)
International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS)
Laver Cup
Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO)
SailGP
TGI Sport
The NFL
The Ocean Race
The Premier League
The RFU
Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI)
World Rugby
World Rugby
Industries
Provided by The Sports Consultancy Legal
Sport