Sports Lawyers Association

In this episode of the Sports Lawyers Association Podcast, host Landis Barber welcomes attorneys Jason Cruz (Cruz Law, PLLC) and Kurt Emhoff (Kasowitz Benson Torres) for an in-depth discussion on Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in professional boxing. They break down the legal and business challenges—covering governance structures, media rights, fighter contracts, and potential antitrust concerns. Don’t miss this analysis on how these developments are reshaping the future of the sport.Featuring: Jason Cruz, Cruz Law, PLLCKurt Emhoff, Kasowitz Benson TorresHost: Landis Barber, Safran Law Offices

Explore the evolving landscape of college athletics with a focus on NIL rights. Nic Mayne shares insights on the legal implications and the rights student athletes gain through deals. Misunderstandings in the market are common, and the future of NIL presents new revenue opportunities. The role of collectives and the debate over pay for play are discussed, highlighting the need for structured solutions in college sports.

Intellectual property in sports is constantly in flux. In this podcast, Rachel Nicholas, a partner in the Phoenix office of Lewis Roca, and Matthew Holt, an SLA NextGen Committee Member, discuss Matthew's recent blog post entitled "State of Affairs for Intellectual Property in Sports." Dive into this conversation as Rachel, Matthew, and Landis discuss different issues, including trademarks and the Discovery Rule.  Featuring: Rachel Nicholas, Partner, Lewis Roca Matthew Holt, SLA NextGen Committee Member Host: Landis Barber, Safran Law Offices

Listen to this Podcast as Rachel Nicholas, a partner in the Phoenix office of Lewis Roca  discusses a recent blog post, "NCAA First Ever NIL Era Sanction" authored by SLA's NextGen Committee Member, Maria Aiello, a recent graduate of Santa Clara University School of Law. Hosted by NextGen Committee Member Landis Barber, Associate Attorney at the Safran Law Offices, as they delve into the NCAA's first ever issuance of NIL penalties for recruiting violations.   

From the opening panel to the final goodbyes, the Sports Lawyers Association Annual Conference took center stage in Los Angeles from May 10th through 13th. Focused on the theme "The Athlete in Sports," attendees had the opportunity to grow through educational panels and networking opportunities. A highlight of the year for SLA members, the 2023 Annual Conference did not disappoint.