introduction background people articles back to menu			Russell-Cooke's Sports Group apply their different strands of legal knowledge and expertise to the particular problems faced by individuals and organisations operating within the sports industry. Our clients include governing bodies, sports clubs and professional sports men and women.

We offer experienced advice on contentious and non-contentious matters affecting those involved in sport including: ::  Constitutional and Regulatory issues: interpretation and representation in relation to sports and governing bodies including disciplinary tribunals and appeals ::  Intellectual Property: including brand protection and exploitation advice on design, copyright, trade and service marks, domain names and other rights based on intellectual property including merchandising agreements ::  Corporate work: start ups, joint ventures and shareholders' arrangements Unlike practices who deal solely in sports law, Russell-Cooke can offer clients the benefit of its broad range of specialist departments for advice in areas such as , family & children issues, wills & trusts and tax. The firm's highly regarded Personal Injury department has expertise in sporting injuries and has been involved in some very significant cases in recent years.

For constitutional and regulatory advice please contact: Peter Cadman Peter is a highly experienced litigator whose recent cases have included representing Chelsea Football Club and Jose Mourinho in relation to the alleged 'tapping up of Ashley Cole. He is also a Commission Chairman at the FA Premier League and chair of the British Fencing Association Disciplinary Committee.   020 7440 4816   Peter.Cadman@russell-cooke.co.uk Matt Bosworth Matt specialises in litigation and is experienced in disiplinary matters in the sports sector.   020 7440 4807   Matt.Bosworth@russell-cooke.co.uk For corporate advice please contact: Jonathan Thornton   020 8395 6521   Jonathan.Thornton@russell-cooke.co.uk Scott Leonard   020 8394 6520   Scott.Leonard@russell-cooke.co.uk For Compensation claims in relation to sporting injuries please contact: Janice Gardner   020 8394 6569   Janice.Gardner@russell-cooke.co.uk   E-mail our helpdesk

Sports Law and Personal Injury Playing sport brings with it risks of injury which the participants accept. However, all sportsmen and women are entitled to play on facilities which are safe and properly managed. In addition, the rules of the game are there not only to make sense of the sport, but also to protect the participants. Full Article