Sports Law: Appeals and Regulatory Challenges

Unveil the fascinating world of seldom-explored sports law as an average attorney and seize the opportunity to delve into the intricacies of challenging various occurrences in the realm of sports. This comprehensive course offers a step-by-step guide to navigating the procedures involved in contesting certain outcomes and disciplinary measures in sports, equipping you with the knowledge and tools necessary to address regulatory challenges in this dynamic field.

Through interactive and engaging modules, attendees will gain a solid fundamental understanding of how sports law intersects with civil procedure and appellate practice. Explore real-world case studies, learn from precedent-setting decisions, and discover strategies renowned sports attorneys employ to challenge various occurrences within the sports industry.

Delve into the rich repository of rules and regulations governing sports, with access to authoritative publications, scholarly articles, and up-to-date legal materials that will deepen your comprehension and sharpen your skills in navigating the intricate world of sports law.

For practitioners interested in sports or those looking to expand their expertise, this course provides a perfect platform to gain valuable insights into the regulatory procedures behind some of the most beloved sports. Whether you have an established sports law practice, occasionally dabble in sports-related cases, or simply harbor a deep curiosity about the legal aspects of sports, this course caters to all levels of interest and expertise.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze the regulatory and legal procedures behind some sampling of the world’s professional sports
• Identify where to look/what to think about when faced with an athlete in certain professional sports who encounters rules and regulatory issues that arise during their careers
• Understand how to advise the agents/managers of athletes in certain sports as to how to handle rules/regulatory issues that may arise for their athletes
• Explore how to educate athlete clients in various sports about how to avoid and mitigate certain violations of their chosen sport’s rules and regulations
• Discern when the Court of Arbitration for Sport or other judicial/quasi-judicial bodies may or may not be available for an appeal
• Examine exceptionally niche areas of sports law that may make you a better-rounded sports law practitioner

Course Time Schedule:

Eastern Time: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Central Time: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Mountain Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Pacific Time: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Alaska Time: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Hawaii-Aleutian Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

This course is also being presented on the following dates:

Monday, April 29, 2024
Monday, May 13, 2024
Monday, May 27, 2024
Monday, June 10, 2024
Monday, June 24, 2024