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Big Law’s Rush to Sports Law

Along with wild growth and the evolution of the global sports industry over the last few years, the sports legal market is undergoing a profound transformation as more firms focus on building standalone sports and entertainment groups.

5 minute read July 01, 2026 at 12:09 AM
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Gail J. Cohen
Big Law’s Rush to Sports Law

Along with wild growth and the evolution of the global sports industry over the last few years, the sports legal market is undergoing a profound transformation as more law firms focus on building standalone sports and entertainment groups.

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