The high-stakes world of Sports + Entertainment is ever-evolving and rapidly growing with a need for legal guidance that is stronger than ever. Our practice is built to protect your interests, maximize opportunities, and guide you through your businesses unique legal needs. Munsch Hardt offers full-service, cross-disciplinary support to sports teams, athletes, sports-adjacent businesses, merchandisers, private equity firms, sports talent agencies, higher educational institutions, technology companies, influencers, investors, musicians, and entertainment professionals navigating today’s complex business and legal landscape. Our multi-faceted Sports + Entertainment Practice includes the following capabilities:
- Acquisitions
- Bankruptcy, Restructuring and Insolvency
- Commercial Agreements
- Corporate Governance
- Endorsements and Business Agreements
- Finance
- Gaming and Sports Betting
- Family Wealth and Estate Planning
- Immigration
- Insurance Recovery
- Joint Ventures
- Labor + Employment
- Licensing
- Media Transactions
- Musicians, Bands, and Entertainment
- Name Image and Likeness (NIL)
- Naming Rights and Sponsorships
- Private Equity
- Stadium Lease Development
- Trademark Registrations
- Venue Negotiations and Representation
Whether you are an owner, athlete, entertainer, producer, rights holder, sponsor, agency, or brand, we bring a deep understanding of the industry — and a results-driven approach — to every deal and dispute. Our team blends legal precision with strategic insight, providing counsel that is responsive, creative, and fiercely protective of your brand and reputation.