Sports Law and Arbitration
For Clubs and Federations
Specialised training solutions to protect the rights of clubs and players, understand FIFA regulations and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), and manage professional and sports investment contracts.
Why in-house training for clubs?
- Contract confidentiality: Discussing the club's real cases and contracts in complete confidentiality.
- Standardising procedures: Ensuring that legal and sports management understand the updated international regulations.
- Avoiding penalties: A thorough understanding of disciplinary regulations and financial fair play.
Available Training Programmes (8 programmes)
Sports Arbitration and Dispute Resolution (CAS)
5 daysUnderstanding litigation procedures before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and local and international dispute resolution chambers.
Key topics:
- Jurisdiction of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and appeal procedures.
- Drafting the sports arbitration clause in contracts.
- International enforcement of sports arbitration awards.
Professional Contracts and Player Transfers (FIFA Regulations)
4 - 5 daysContract management under the international Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP) and calculating training compensation and solidarity payments.
Key topics:
- Professional player contract clauses and minimum requirements.
- Calculating training compensation and the solidarity mechanism.
- Termination of contracts with and without just cause.
Investment and Privatisation in Sports Clubs
3 - 5 daysLegal frameworks for converting clubs into commercial companies, attracting investors, and managing sports acquisitions.
Key topics:
- Governance of sports companies and privatisation laws.
- Financial fair play (FFP) and financial sustainability.
- Public-private partnership (PPP) models in sport.
Sponsorship Contracts and Sports Intellectual Property
4 daysProtecting the club's brand, managing players' image rights, and drafting sponsorship and commercial partnership contracts.
Key topics:
- Protecting sports trademarks and logos.
- Sponsorship Agreements and broadcasting rights.
- Managing players' image rights.
Disciplinary and Ethical Regulations in Sport
3 daysUnderstanding the disciplinary and ethics regulations of continental and international federations, and the mechanisms for pleading before judicial committees.
Key topics:
- Disciplinary violations and the prescribed penalties.
- Investigation and appeal procedures in sports cases.
- Code of Ethics.
Anti-Doping and Legal Liability (WADA Code)
3 daysExplaining the World Anti-Doping Code (WADA), the Prohibited List, and managing doping cases for players.
Key topics:
- Anti-doping rule violations (ADRV).
- Testing procedures and therapeutic use exemptions (TUE).
- Conducting hearings and legal defences.
The New Football Agent and Intermediary Regulations (FIFA Football Agent)
4 daysExplaining the new FIFA regulations on football agents, the cap on commissions, and licensing and examination requirements.
Key topics:
- The new Football Agent Regulations (FFAR).
- Representation contracts and the cap on commissions.
- Preventing conflicts of interest and protecting minors.
Sports Event Management and Legal Liability
4 daysLegal and security aspects of organising matches and tournaments, risk management, and the civil liability of organisers.
Key topics:
- Stadium Safety & Security regulations.
- Event hosting contracts and insurance against risks.
- Liability for crowd violence and damage.
International Legal Expertise
Our programmes are delivered by CAS-accredited arbitrators and sports lawyers with international experience, ensuring the transfer of precise practical and legal knowledge.
Request a Training Proposal (for Clubs)
Our sports law team is ready to design the right programme for your club's management.
For urgent enquiries:
+966 11 244 2210Sports Law Brochure
Contains details of the diplomas and workshops.
Training Standards
Global Legal Institute
Sports Law Division