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Gaming & Gambling | Global

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The Gaming & Gambling rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across Global Market Leaders.

Rankings overview for Lawyers

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  1. Meir Linzen
    Meir Linzen Herzog Fox & Neeman21 Years Ranked
  2. Peter C Montegriffo KC
    Peter C Montegriffo KC Hassans20 Years Ranked
  3. Frank A SchreckBrownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP
  4. Hilary Stewart-JonesHarris Hagan
  5. Julian HarrisHarris Hagan
  6. Michael D Lipton KCDickinson Wright LLP

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Senior Statespeople

  1. Meir Linzen
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    Meir Linzen
    Herzog Fox & Neeman
    Herzog Fox & Neeman | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Senior Statespeople | 21 Years Ranked

    Meir Linzen is a respected expert known for advising global groups on tax matters, corporate structuring, and strategic business guidance.

  2. Peter C Montegriffo KC
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    Peter C Montegriffo KC
    Hassans
    Hassans | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years Ranked

    Peter Montegriffo KC is a prominent figure in the industry, frequently advising on transactional and regulatory issues. He heads the gaming and gambling division at Hassans.

  3. Frank A Schreck
    Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Senior Statespeople
  4. Hilary Stewart-Jones
    Harris Hagan | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Senior Statespeople
  5. Julian Harris
    Harris Hagan | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Senior Statespeople
  6. Michael D Lipton KC
    Dickinson Wright LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Senior Statespeople
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Band 1

  1. Behnam Dayanim
    1
    Behnam Dayanim
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked

    Behnam Dayanim is highly skilled in handling cross-border gaming matters and advises a range of technology companies.

  2. Cristina Romero de Alba
    1
    Cristina Romero de Alba
    Loyra Abogados
    Loyra Abogados | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked

    Cristina De Alba assists in acquisitions in the industry, as well as regulatory and licensing matters. She has strong experience of European and Latin American matters.

    Key sectors
    Business and Professional Services|Leisure and Hospitality
  3. 1
    David Zeffman
    CMS
    CMS | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked

    David Zeffman is a leading lawyer in the gaming and gambling sector, widely recognised as a trusted advisor on transactional and regulatory matters.

  4. Gil White
    1
    Gil White
    Herzog Fox & Neeman
    Herzog Fox & Neeman | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 22 Years Ranked

    Based in Israel, Gil White advises clients on go-private acquisitions, as well as providing guidance on tax, structuring, and commercial matters.

  5. James Scicluna
    1
    James Scicluna
    WH Partners
    WH Partners | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked

    James Scicluna is a leading practitioner in the gaming and gambling sector, handling a broad range of matters while dividing his time between the UK and Malta

    Key sectors
    Financial Services|Leisure and Hospitality|Property, Construction and Infrastructure|Sport
  6. 1
    Jamie Nettleton
    Addisons | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked

    Based in Sydney, Jamie Nettleton advises international clients on regulatory matters within the gaming and gambling industry.

  7. Jeremy P. Kleiman
    1
    Jeremy P. Kleiman
    Saiber LLC | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked

    Jeremy Kleiman, based in the USA, is recognised for his expertise in global gaming and gambling matters, with a client base that includes leading online gaming operators

  8. Jörg Hofmann
    1
    Jörg Hofmann
    Melchers | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked

    Jörg Hofmann chairs the firm’s gaming and betting law practice group and advises on the full spectrum of gaming and gambling matters.

  9. Justin Franssen
    1
    Justin Franssen
    Franssen Tolboom Attorneys at Law
    Franssen Tolboom Attorneys at Law | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked

    Based in Amsterdam, Justin Franssen regularly advises international clients on acquisitions within the gaming and gambling sector

    Key sectors
    Leisure and Hospitality|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)
  10. Nicholas Aquilina
    1
    Nicholas Aquilina
    BRANDL TALOS Attorneys at Law
    BRANDL TALOS Attorneys at Law | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 8 Years Ranked

    Nicholas Aquilina advises clients on IPOs within the gaming sector, as well as on sports betting and licensing matters

  11. Nina Henningsen
    1
    Nina Henningsen
    Mazanti-Andersen
    Mazanti-Andersen | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked

    Nina Henningsen specializes in advising clients on major international transactions and is recognized as a leading expert in her field. She is based in Copenhagen.

  12. Olga Finkel
    1
    Olga Finkel
    WH Partners
    WH Partners | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked

    Olga Finkel, based in the firm’s Malta office, is widely recognized as a leading authority on gaming and gambling law and is the trusted advisor for all regulatory and compliance matters in this field.

  13. Santiago Asensi Gisbert
    1
    Santiago Asensi Gisbert
    Asensi Abogados | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked

    Santiago Asensi is a leading authority in gaming and gambling law, renowned for his expertise and strong track record advising clients in Spain.

  14. Thomas Talos
    1
    Thomas Talos
    BRANDL TALOS Attorneys at Law
    BRANDL TALOS Attorneys at Law | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked

    Thomas Talos advises both online and land-based gaming companies on the full spectrum of mattes. He is based in Austria.

  15. David McLeish
    Wiggin LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1
  16. John Hagan
    Harris Hagan | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1
  17. Nick Nocton
    Mishcon de Reya LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1
  18. Stephen Ketteley
    Wiggin LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. A Jeff Ifrah
    2
    A Jeff Ifrah
    Ifrah Law | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked

    Jeff has significant expertise in advising eSports startups and guiding clients through compliance with both State and Federal regulations.

  2. Ana Maria Baciu
    2
    Ana Maria Baciu
    BACIU PARTNERS | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked

    Ana Maria Baciu advises leading international gaming companies and frequently handles complex regulatory matters.

  3. Andrew Danson
    2
    Andrew Danson
    Bird & Bird
    Bird & Bird | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked

    Andrew is widely recognised for his expertise in advising on gambling sector acquisitions and joint ventures. He is based in London.

  4. Cosmina Simion
    2
    Cosmina Simion
    WH Simion & Partners | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked

    Cosmina has extensive experience advising clients on matters such as securing local gaming licences, with a client base that includes international gaming companies.

  5. 2
    Diane Mullenex
    Pinsent Masons
    Pinsent Masons | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked

    Diane Mullenex specializes in regulatory and licensing matters and advises clients that include leading British and French entities.

  6. Jacob Sarov
    2
    Jacob Sarov
    Firon Law Firm
    Firon Law Firm | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2 | 3 Years Ranked

    Jacob Sarov is adept at handling matters such as M&A. His expertise also covers restructurings.

  7. Liran Barak
    2
    Liran Barak
    Herzog Fox & Neeman
    Herzog Fox & Neeman | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked

    Liran Barak possesses extensive expertise across diverse regulatory matters, including licensing, and serves as chair of the firm’s regulatory practice.

  8. Marie J Jones
    2
    Marie J Jones
    Fox Rothschild
    Fox Rothschild | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked

    Based in Atlantic City, Marie Jones advises international companies on casino licensing proposals, regulatory due diligence, and sports betting licence applications.

  9. Bahar Alaeddini
    Harris Hagan | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2
  10. Chris Elliott
    Wiggin LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2
  11. J Kelly Duncan
    Jones Walker LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2
  12. Joe Kelly
    A&L Goodbody | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2
  13. Philippe Vlaemminck
    Pharumlegal | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2
  14. Susan Breen
    Mishcon de Reya LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2
  15. Wulf Hambach
    Hambach & Hambach Law Firm | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 2
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Band 3

  1. Alla Serebrianskaia
    3
    Alla Serebrianskaia
    Asensi Abogados | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked

    Alla Serebrianskaia advises on licensing procedures as well as regulatory and compliance matters, working with both online and land-based operators.

  2. Carlos Portilla
    3
    Carlos Portilla
    Portilla Ruy-Diaz y Aguilar, S.C. | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked

    Carlos Portilla, based in Mexico, advises on a wide range of regulatory matters.

  3. 3
    Kok Keng Lau
    Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked

    Kok Keng Lau works with a diverse range of clients in the gaming and gambling industry, with expertise spanning licensing disputes and other related matters.

  4. Matthias Spitz
    3
    Matthias Spitz
    Melchers | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked

    Matthias Spitz specialises in gaming law with a strong focus on European legislation and administrative matters, and also brings expertise in anti-money laundering compliance.

  5. Quirino Mancini
    3
    Quirino Mancini
    WH Partners
    WH Partners | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3 | 18 Years Ranked

    Quirino advises international companies on licensing matters in the Italian gaming market and is based in Rome.

  6. Rui Pinto Proença
    3
    Rui Pinto Proença
    MdME
    MdME | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked

    Rui Pinto Proença is recognised for his expertise in transactional matters and is based in Macau.

  7. Simon Planzer
    3
    Simon Planzer
    Planzer Law | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked

    Simon Planzer advises clients on regulatory issues and is experienced in handling cross-border matters.

  8. Steven J Caetano
    3
    Steven J Caetano
    ISOLAS LLP
    ISOLAS LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked

    Steven Caetano is a prominent figure in the Gibraltar market and frequently handles transactional matters.

  9. Albert Agustinoy
    Cuatrecasas | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3
  10. Garron Whitesman
    Whitesmans | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3
  11. Heidi M Staudenmaier
    Snell & Wilmer LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3
  12. Henrik Norsk Hoffmann
    Nordic Legal | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3
  13. Pieter Paepe
    Edson | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3
  14. Reuben Portanier
    GTG Legal | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3
  15. Stefano Sbordoni
    Sbordoni & Partners | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 3
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Band 4

  1. Adam Berger
    4
    Adam Berger
    Duane Morris LLP
    Duane Morris LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Adam Berger has extensive experience advising clients on regulatory approvals and consumer protection law, as well as handling transactions within the sector.

  2. Andrew Montegriffo
    4
    Andrew Montegriffo
    Hassans
    Hassans | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Based in Gibraltar, Andrew Montegriffo advises clients in the fintech and digital sectors on a broad spectrum of legal issues, including licensing, regulatory compliance, financing, corporate structuring, and general commercial matters.

  3. 4
    Anna Soilleux-Mills
    CMS
    CMS | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked

    Anna Soilleux-Mills advises clients on gambling regulation, consumer law, e-commerce, and data protection, among other areas. She is based in London.

  4. Christoph Leitgeb
    4
    Christoph Leitgeb
    DSC Doralt Seist Csoklich Rechtsanwälte
    DSC Doralt Seist Csoklich Rechtsanwälte | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Christoph regularly represents clients in player disputes, tax-related matters, and compliance issues, providing strategic advice across the entire spectrum of gaming regulation.

  5. CJ Fisher
    4
    CJ Fisher
    Fox Rothschild
    Fox Rothschild | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    CJ Fisher advises international clients on gambling licence applications and also handles regulatory and compliance matters.

  6. Dotan Baruch
    4
    Dotan Baruch
    Baruch & Co. | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 15 Years Ranked

    Dotan Baruch, based in Israel, advises on a range of matters, including M&A and corporate restructurings.

  7. 4
    Elizabeth Dunn
    Bird & Bird
    Bird & Bird | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Elizabeth Dunn, based in the firm’s London office, advises on corporate restructurings within the sector, among other matters.

  8. Frank DiGiacomo
    4
    Frank DiGiacomo
    Duane Morris LLP
    Duane Morris LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Frank DiGiacomo's practice covers the full range of gaming-related matters, including licensing, compliance, regulatory investigations and transactional work.

  9. Frank Tolboom
    4
    Frank Tolboom
    Franssen Tolboom Attorneys at Law
    Franssen Tolboom Attorneys at Law | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Frank Tolboom focuses on regulation, licensing, and compliance issues, and is also skilled in handling contentious matters.

  10. Giulio Coraggio
    4
    Giulio Coraggio
    DLA Piper Italy
    DLA Piper Italy | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 8 Years Ranked

    Giulio Coraggio has expertise in advising on sector-related disputes, with clients including casino operators.

  11. Patricia Lalanda Ordonez
    4
    Patricia Lalanda Ordonez
    Loyra Abogados
    Loyra Abogados | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Patricia Lalanda Ordoñez assists clients with online gambling regulation and administrative processes. She also advises on trademark mandates within the gambling industry, as well as intellectual property and data protection matters.

    Key sectors
    Business and Professional Services|Leisure and Hospitality
  12. Pedro Cortés
    4
    Pedro Cortés
    Lektou | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 12 Years Ranked

    Pedro Cortés is a noted figure for gaming and gambling law in Macau and the Asia-Pacific region. He advises international and local operators on licensing, compliance, tax obligations, and business structuring, among other matters.

  13. Peter A Isola
    4
    Peter A Isola
    ISOLAS LLP
    ISOLAS LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 20 Years Ranked

    Peter Isola assists clients with court proceedings and is well versed in handling non-contentious matters, including regulatory issues.

  14. 4
    Peter Czegledy
    Aird & Berlis LLP
    Aird & Berlis LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Peter’s practice encompasses the full range of gaming-related matters, including licensing, regulatory compliance, policy development, and commercial agreements. He frequently advises on acquisitions and dispositions.

  15. Ron Segev
    4
    Ron Segev
    Segev LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Ron Segev' practice spans the full spectrum of gaming law. He often works with online and land-based casinos on regulatory concerns.

  16. Carl Rohsler
    Keystone Law | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4
  17. Frieder Backu
    Witzel Erb Backu & Partner | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4
  18. Marc Dunbar
    Jones Walker LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4
  19. Marc Ellinger
    Ellinger and Associates | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4
  20. Niki Stephens
    Mishcon de Reya LLP | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4
  21. Ranjana Adhikari
    Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4
  22. Terence Cassar
    GTG Legal | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4
  23. Wayne Lurie
    Lurie Inc | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Band 4
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Up and Coming

  1. Andrei Cosma
    U
    Andrei Cosma
    BACIU PARTNERS | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked

    Andrei Cosma is an experienced business lawyer with specialised expertise in gaming and gambling law. He handles a range of transactional matters in the area.

  2. U
    Luís Portela de Carvalho
    Lektou | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked

    Luis Portela de Carvalho is adept at handling a range of gaming and gambling matters. His expertise covers complex transactions and regulatory matters.

Associates to watch

  1. Lucy Paterson
    Bird & Bird
    Bird & Bird | Gaming & Gambling
    2026 | Associates to watch | 3 Years Ranked

    Lucy advises on mandates involving UK National Lottery operators and frequently collaborates with European lottery operators.