The team Smit Advocaat & Belastingkundige B.V has a wealth of experience in the field of sports law.

The sports world regularly gives rise to issues and conflicts that require an experienced and a creative approach, whether it concerns contract negotiations, the termination of an agreement, disciplinary proceedings or a sponsorship deal.

Our team provides support in the following areas:

• codes of conduct, regulations and protocols;
• liability by association, boardrooms, coaches, trainers and individual athletes;
• association law;
• rent, property and leasehold of sports accommodations;
• image rights;
• sponsorship deals;
• loan- and player contracts;
• license agreements;
• royalty-agreements;
• doping (regulations/checks);
• transfers (also with regard to solidarity allowances and training fees);
• labour law; employment contracts and labour disputes.

Early input

Our team will guide you on issues and proceedings from start to finish. Good advice at the start of the process gives more security for a positive outcome. Seek timely advice in order to avoid pitfalls or running unnecessary risks.

Conflict mediation

Has it resulted in a conflict? Then don’t hesitate to contact us right away. We will gladly assist you in the proceedings.