Sports and entertainment law

What do adidas America, Andre Agassi, Shaquille O’Neal, Odell Beckham Jr., and The House of Blues have in common? They have all trusted Markowitz Herbold to protect their brands, images, reputations, and pocketbooks.

All Practice Areas

When athletes, sports marketing firms, executives, game developers, TV personalities, and entertainers require legal representation tailored to their unique needs, they turn to us. Our track record of delivering successful client outcomes in both state and federal courtrooms speaks volumes. We're more than just legal advisors; we're trusted allies to the athletes, entertainers, and creators we proudly serve.

We handle cases such as:

Breach of contract
Breach of licensing agreements
Breach of endorsement agreements
Employment disputes
Intellectual property including trademark and copyright infringement
Real estate disputes
Royalty disputes
Endorsement deals

Video Game Creators

Our lawyers tackle a diverse range of legal challenges unique to this dynamic sector. From intellectual property disputes involving copyright and trademark infringements to contractual conflicts with developers, publishers, and distributors, we adeptly navigate the intricate legal landscape of gaming. Markowitz Herbold frequently handles cases related to licensing agreements, contract and royalty disputes, and the protection of proprietary designs and technology. We employ strategic advocacy to safeguard our clients' interests in a rapidly evolving gaming landscape.

Olympic and Paralympic Athletes

We have particular experience representing world-class athletes on their journey to the Olympics and Paralympics in team selection disputes under Section 9 of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee Bylaws and other disputes.