Sports Law and Agency
Hek Jones provide a range of services to professional sports people throughout their playing careers.
Whether a player is just starting out in their career, or whether they are a seasoned professional, our team of advisers can provide them with advice and assistance on a range of matters.
We combine the services of experienced lawyers with experienced agents to provide a 'one stop shop' for career and legal advice which we provide on an approachable and down-to-earth basis. We look to establish long term relationships with our clients, allowing players to concentrate on their sporting performances whilst knowing that their career and commercial interests are being protected.
We have acted for a number of professional rugby players playing at the highest levels in both the Magners League and the English Championship, including members of the Welsh International squads. We have also acted for former professionals and coaches who require advice and assistance after their careers have ended.
The Core Services which we provide are:
- Providing legal advice throughout a player's career
- Advising on player contracts and transfer agreements
- IP exploitation and protection of image rights
- Sponsorship and Endorsement agreements
- Advice on media and PR issues
- Sports Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Advice in respect of Disciplinary and Criminal matters
- Advising on commercial contracts and interests
Benefits of using our services:
- Advice provided by experienced qualified solicitors and / or experienced rugby agents
- Fully regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
- We act at all times with the highest standards of client care and professional ethics
- We take an active interest in our players' careers and maintain regular contact with all clients
- We offer clear, straightforward advice
- We aim to maximise players earnings, either through favourable contract negotiation with their clubs, or by negotiating and arranging other sources of income such as personal appearances or sponsorship agreements and by improving their public profiles
Andrew Jones is also registered with the Football Association as a Registered Lawyer.
We can also offer players financial and investment advice through our carefully selected partner companies. Finally, players and their families can benefit from discounted legal fees once they become clients of the firm.
For a no obligation discussion about our services, and what we can offer you, please contact Andrew Jones on ajones@hekjones.com or 02920 349820