LawInSport Annual Conference - Understand the Rules of the Game 2016

LawInSport will be hosting its second annual sports law conference on the 24 & 25 February 2016 in London.

We will be bringing together thought leaders from sport, academia and the legal profession to share their views on what they consider to be the key sports law issues to watch in 2016 and beyond.   

The sports scandals of 2015 have highlighted the important role sports lawyers can play in the development of sports governance, protecting the welfare of athletes and the rights of commercial partners.  

Therefore we have put together panel sessions that will to cover the most pressing issues in sports law for 2016:

• Anti-Doping - what is the future of anti-doping? 
• Media Rights - new distribution methods, regulation and legislation. 
• Commercial Contracts - sponsorship, merchandising and brand protection.
• Athlete Rights - employment and representation contracts, handling disciplinary procedures and selection disputes.
• Anti-Corruption - dealing with corruption, running investigations, gathering intelligence and taking action.
• Governance - managing change, improving structures and processes, and dealing with greater scrutiny.

The Format

Networking

This will be the largest sports law conference in the UK and one of the largest in Europe. Therefore we have designed the conference programme to give our 300+ attendees exciting, engaging and high quality content; and importantly, plenty of time for networking on day 1 and day 2 (3 hours) throughout the day and evening.

We will be hosting a short presentation on business development for sports lawyers and a drinks evening in central London on the evening of the 24^th and on the evening of the conference 25 February 2016.

Panel Discussions

The panel discussions will take a Question Time format under Chatham House Rule. To ensure an interactive and engaging experience, the panel members will be taking questions from the floor throughout the sessions. Attendees will also have the opportunity to submit questions in advance of the conference.

Schedule

24 February 2016
The Royal Institution, London

18.15 - 18.30          
Registration opens 

18.30 - 19.15          
eSports - Is eSport the new frontier for sports lawyers?   

19.20 -20.10           
Sports lawyers - What is the future role of lawyers in sport?

20.10 - 22.00           
Networking Drinks

25 February 2016
Twickenham Stadium, London

8.30 - 9.20
Breakfast /Networking 

9.30 - 10.20         
Athletes Rights  - Protecting the rights of athletes

10.25 - 11.15       
Governance  - Creating a culture of accountability and transparency

11.20 - 11.50       
Coffee break/Networking

11.55 - 12.45       
Anti-Doping   - What is the future of anti-doping following IAAF & Essendon scandals

12.45 - 14.15      
 Lunch /Networking

14.20 - 15.10       
Anti-Corruption  - How to tackle individual and institutional corruption in sport

15.15 - 16.05       
Media rights  -  Current legal issues and challenges of the new technology

16.10 - 16.40        
Coffee break/Networking   

16.45 - 17.35       
Commercial contracts  - topical issues in sports sponsorship and merchandising

17.35 – until late     Networking drinks

*Over 3 hours of networking time throughout the day not including the networking drinks in the evening.

Speakers

eSports - Is eSport the new frontier for sports lawyers?

• Andrew Nixon, Head of Sport Group, Sheridans (Chairperson)
• Ian Smith, Director, Sports Integrity Matters
• James Watson, eSports Product Manager, Sportradar
• David Grundlingh, Red Planet
• James Lampkin, Vice President Pro Gaming, ESL

Sports Law - What is the future role of lawyers in sport?

• Sean Cottrell, CEO, LawInSport (Chairperson)
• Tim Jones, former General Counsel, England Rugby World Cup
• Andrew Smith, Barrister, Matrix Chambers
• Daniel Geey, Partner, Sheridans
• Liz Ellen, Head of Sports Group, Mishcon de Reya

Athlete Rights - Protecting the rights of athletes

• Michele Verroken, Director, Sporting Integrity (Chairperson)
• Richard Bryan, Director of Rugby, Rugby Players Association
• Emma Mason, Former Chair of Athletes Commission for Badminton World Federation and Trainee Lawyer, Squire Patton Boggs 
• Jeffrey Benz, Door Tenant, 4 New Square and CAS Arbitrator
• Louis Saha, Founder and Director, Axis Stars Ltd

Anti-Doping - What is the future of anti-doping following IAAF & Essendon scandals?

• Sean Cottrell, CEO, LawInSport (Chairperson)
• Olivier Niggli, General Counsel / Chief Operating Officer, World Anti-Doping Agency
• Brent Nowicki, Legal Counsel,  Court of Arbitration for Sport
• Marjolaine Viret, Attorney, World Anti-Doping Code Commentary Project, University Neuchâtel, Switzerland and Member of UCI Anti-Doping Commission
• Norman Wain, General Counsel, Chief of Business Affairs,  USA Track & Field
• Gemma Collis, 2012 Paralympian. 2x World Cup Medallist, Wheelchair Fencing British Champion

Governance - Creating a culture of accountability and transparency

• Nina Goolamali, Barrister and Head of Sport, 2 Temple Gardens (Chairperson)
• Jaimie Fuller, Chairman, SKINS
• Jane Purdon, Head of Governance, UK Sport
• Brendan Schwab, CEO, Uni World Athletes
• James Kitching, Head of Sports Legal Services, Disciplinary, and Governance at the Asian Football Confederation
• Nigel Boardman, Partner, Slaughter and May

Anti-Corruption - How to tackle individual and institutional corruption in sport

• Chairperson - Kevin Carpenter, Captivate Legal and Sports Solutions
• Keith Oliver, Senior Partner, Peters & Peters
• Ian Smith, Director, Sports Integrity Matters
• Danielle Sharkey,  Legal and Compliance Adviser, British Horseracing Authority
• Alex Inglot, Director of Communications and Public Affairs, Sportradar
• Sir Anthony Hooper, a recently retired Lord Justice of Appeal of England and Wales, Barrister, Matrix Chambers

Media Rights - Current legal issues and challenges of the new technology

• Nick De Marco, Barrister Blackstone Chambers (Chairperson)
• Benoit Keane, Principal, Keane Legal
• Chris Anderson, Head of Legal Services, Everton Football Club
• Bruno Rocha, Executive President, WTA Media
• Oliver Weingarten, CEO of OWA, and Sports Partnerships for Virtually Live
• Helen Burrows, Head of Media Policy, BT Strategy, Policy and Portfolio

Commercial - Topical issues in sports sponsorship and merchandising  

• Jason Saiban, Partner, Charles Russell Speechlys (Chairperson)
• Richard Crabb, Senior Legal Counsel, Global Lead: Sponsorship & Communications, HSBC
• Hussein Fahmy, Head of Legal and Commercial, Team Sky
• Alex Scudamore, Group Legal Counsel, CSM Sport and Entertainment 
• Sean Corbett, Brand Protection Manager, Formula One Management Ltd
• James Massing, International Sponsorship, National Football League

Conference Materials

Delegates will receive a comprehensive conference magazine (last year 100 pages of peer-reviewed articles) at the conference to ensure they leave with a comprehensive overview of the key issues in sports law.

Who Should Attend

• Private practice lawyers
• In-house legal counsel
• Sports business professionals - directors, agents, PR advisors, accountants 
• Athletes and support personnel - managers, coaches, sports scientists
• Academics
• Students

Please note there are a limited number of tickets available to private practice lawyers to ensure there is true a representation from across sport, academia and the legal profession. 

To ensure the conference benefits as many stakeholders in sport as possible, we will be offering special rates for those working in sports organisations, academia, students, athletes and support personnel. Student tickets are limited as we subsides the cost of attendance  for students in full time education.  

Book Your Tickets

£50 Discount for Plus Members

LawInSport Plus members (£15 p/month or £146 p/year - membership must be active at the date of the conference) are entitled to an additional £50 discount (in addition to the early rate). 

Professional Athletes

If you are an professional athlete and you would like to attend the conference please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Group Bookings

We are offering a group discount for businesses and academic institutions that wish to send 3 or more delegates. Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for further information.  

Sponsors

If you would like to find out opportunities for sponsorship of the conference please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the subject line "Sponsor Information for LawInSport Conference 24 & 25 Feb".  

Organisations Attended in 2015

Media

We have a limited number of spaces for accredited media. Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for further details to be accredited for the conference.

Accommodation

Book here by  10 February for a discounted rate to stay at the conference hotel, Marriott - Twickenham Stadium.

Professional Development

6 hours of CPD in accordance with the new Solicitors Regulatory Authority guidelines. (Also see https://www.sra.org.uk/solicitors/handbook/cpd/part5/content.page - heading_13_5_8)

Charity Partners

Media Partners

Terms and Conditions

Your delegate fee should be paid in full prior to attendance. If payment has not been received you will not be permitted to enter the event.  

Cancellations: Should you not be able to attend the event, substitutions can be made at no extra charge up until the event. If a suitable replacement cannot be found, then an administration fee of 20% will be incurred for cancellations received more than 21 days prior to an event. When a cancellation is made less than 21 days prior to an event, the registered delegate is liable for full payment of the fee. LawInSport Limited reserve the right to change the programme if necessary.

By registering for the event you confirm that you have read and accept LawInSport Limited’s terms and conditions policy.

Contact Us

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