As a professional athlete, your legal needs may include everything from contract negotiations to name, image, and likeness rights or even representation in insurance claims after an injury. Choosing the right lawyer to handle these different aspects of sports law is essential for protecting your career and interests.
When looking for an attorney, professional athletes should focus on the attorney’s experience and reputation in the field of sports law.
Experience Representing Athletes
Sports law intersects with contract law, intellectual property law, injury law, and other legal practice areas. The ideal attorney will have experience in these fields and have worked with other professional athletes, proving their familiarity with the professional sports industry.
At The Bates and Merryman Law Firm LLC, we use our more than two decades of combined experience to represent athletes at all stages of their careers, including at both the collegiate and professional levels. We’ve handled disciplinary cases, wage disputes, sponsorship deals, doping accusations, and other legal cases unique to the athletic world.
A Reputation for Success
It’s important to choose a lawyer with a track record of success and a good reputation among other athletes. You should always check an attorney’s online reviews and client testimonials to get a sense of how their clients feel about their work.
An attorney with a strong reputation will have the legal knowledge you require and industry connections that can help protect your interests. For example, suppose you’re involved in a contract dispute. In that case, your attorney may have previously negotiated contracts for other athletes on the same team, giving them valuable insight to advocate for your best interests.
Contact a Missouri Sports Attorney
If you’re a professional athlete in need of legal representation in Missouri, contact The Bates and Merryman Law Firm LLC for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys. We’ll work with you to develop a legal strategy that meets all of your unique needs.
