
Georgia Sports & Entertainment Attorney
Know Your Rights. Spot the Wrongs. Protect Your Brand.™
The entertainment and sports industries move quickly — and the legal issues that arise within them carry high stakes. From contract negotiations and deal structures to brand protection, intellectual property, and reputation-sensitive matters, your legal counsel must be as agile and precise as the career you’re building.
My sports and entertainment practice is centered on protecting your work, your value, your privacy, and your long-term trajectory. I represent clients who require discretion, strategic guidance, and a tailored approach — including athletes, entertainers, creatives, influencers, executives, and other public-facing professionals.
Whether you need assistance with a contract, a business partnership, a production deal, or the protection of your intellectual property and public image, you deserve counsel who understands both the business and the human dimensions of your career.
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Contract Review & Negotiation
I advise and negotiate agreements including:
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Talent, performance & appearance agreements
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Influencer and brand-partnership contracts
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Management, agency & representation agreements
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Production agreements for film, TV, digital media, and podcasts
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Music licensing, publishing, and collaboration agreements
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Venue, event, and touring contracts
Contracts in sports and entertainment must be clear, protective, and aligned with both your immediate needs and long-term goals. I ensure every term strengthens your position, your rights, and your earning potential.
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Brand Protection & IP Strategy
I assist clients with:
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Trademark strategy and brand identity protection
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Cease-and-desist letters & enforcement actions
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Content protection, licensing, and usage rights
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IP audits for creators, influencers, and entrepreneurs
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Rights of publicity and unauthorized-use matters
Your brand is one of your most valuable assets. I help you secure, enforce, and leverage that value across platforms and partnerships.
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Reputation-Sensitive Matters
I represent clients in issues involving:
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Defamation (online or traditional media)
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Unauthorized publication or misuse of likeness
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Digital crises and public-allegation strategy
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Misuse of images, content, or personal information
Public-facing clients often confront challenges beyond traditional legal disputes. I provide discreet, strategic guidance to protect both your legal interests and your public narrative.
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Athlete Representation & Sports Contracts
Athlete Representation & Sports Contracts
I represent athletes at all stages of their careers in matters involving:
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Endorsement, sponsorship, and NIL agreements
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Appearance, performance, and incentive-based contracts
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Team, league, and agency negotiations
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Branding, merchandising, and licensing rights
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Morals clauses and reputation-related provisions
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Business ventures, collaborations, and private partnerships
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Confidentiality, image rights, and unauthorized use of likeness
Athletes operate in high-visibility environments where contracts and brand protection carry both financial and reputational consequences. I provide discreet, strategic counsel to safeguard your value — on and off the field.
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Deal Structuring for Creatives, Talent & Athletes
I counsel clients on:
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Creative-business formation
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Joint ventures and collaboration agreements
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Profit participation and backend structures
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Equity-based compensation and ownership models
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Production company and brand-entity formation
Whether you’re an athlete, entertainer, or creator, your work is your business. Your deals must reflect your value and protect your long-term position.
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Negotiations with Brands, Agencies & Production Entities
I negotiate on your behalf with:
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Entertainment brands & agencies
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Sports marketing firms
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PR companies
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Production teams & digital platforms
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Record labels, streaming platforms, and media networks
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Corporate partners and sponsorship teams
High-level negotiations require clarity, leverage, and an understanding of both legal and industry dynamics.
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Non-Compete, Non-Disclosure & Talent-Related Employment Issues
I represent clients in:
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NDA creation, review, and enforcement
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Non-compete and restrictive covenant analysis
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Confidentiality issues involving teams or collaborators
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Separation agreements and release negotiations
These issues often arise in professional environments where privacy and brand integrity matter.
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Social Media, Digital Rights & Creator-Economy Issues
I advise athletes, entertainers, and creators on:
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Content ownership and monetization
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Unauthorized reposting or exploitation
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Influencer contracts & ad-agency agreements
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Platform-specific compliance and guidelines
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Digital rights management and content licensing
Modern professionals rely on digital platforms to build and expand their brands. Protecting that digital footprint is essential.
My Approach to Sports & Entertainment Representation
1. Know Your Rights.
I ensure clients understand the contractual, branding, and intellectual-property issues shaping their careers.
2. Spot the Wrongs.
I identify legal, strategic, and reputational risks — within contracts, digital presence, partnership terms, negotiations, and potential exploitation.
3. Protect Your Brand.
I negotiate, enforce, and advocate to safeguard your rights, your image, and your long-term earning potential.
Your career is your enterprise. Your brand is your asset. Both deserve meticulous protection.
Who I Represent
I represent clients — including athletes, entertainers, musicians, influencers, creatives, executives, and media professionals — in matters involving:
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Negotiation and review of sports & entertainment contracts
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Talent agreements and brand partnerships
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NIL, sponsorship, and endorsement deals
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Intellectual property and licensing
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Reputation-sensitive matters
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Digital rights and creator-economy issues
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Production deals and collaborations
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Business formation and brand development
If your career requires discretion, strategic planning, and a protective legal framework, early legal guidance is essential.
Schedule a Consultation
If you need assistance with a contract, negotiation, brand strategy, or reputation-sensitive matter, contact me to discuss your options.
A strategic legal review can strengthen your position, protect your brand, and support your long-term success in sports and entertainment.
