Sports Law
Mendes & Silva provides legal advice in the sports sector, accompanying athletes, clubs, agents and other stakeholders in contractual, disciplinary and rights management issues. Our action is guided by technical rigor and understanding of the specific dynamics of the sports phenomenon, guaranteeing solid legal protection both in the preventive phase and in the resolution of disputes.
Scope of Action
When should you contact the firm?
- You need to draft or review a sports employment contract
- You intend to negotiate an intermediation or representation contract
- You face a disciplinary process or a federative suspension
- You want to protect or license your image rights
- You need legal support in a national or international transfer
- You seek advice on the constitution or management of a SAD
Method
Our Process
Detailed analysis of the case and the sports legal framework
Definition of negotiation or procedural strategy
Drafting of contracts, agreements or procedural pieces
Monitoring in negotiations, hearings and diligences
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a sports employment contract?
It is a special contract that regulates the relationship between a professional sports practitioner and an employer, subject to specific rules that differ from the common labor regime.
How do image rights work in sports?
Image rights can be exploited directly by the athlete or assigned to third parties (such as clubs or companies), requiring rigorous contracting to avoid tax and legal conflicts.
What is the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS)?
It is an independent jurisdictional entity that decides disputes emerging from the sports legal system, often being the mandatory or preferred way to resolve conflicts in the sector.
What is the importance of the sports agent?
The agent (or intermediary) acts in bringing parties together for the conclusion of contracts, being subject to strict regulation by federations and FIFA, including limits on commissions and duties of transparency.