Sports Disputes encompass all types of legal conflicts arising within the sports industry. This field goes beyond ordinary civil disputes and is regulated by specific "sports law" (Lex Sportiva), implemented by internal bodies of national federations as well as international arbitration institutions (e.g., CAS). Sports disputes can relate to disciplinary violations (doping, unethical behavior), contractual disputes (unpaid wages, failed transfers), and regulatory issues (license revocation, match-fixing). Qualified legal assistance is crucial because sports disputes require rapid response and thorough knowledge of specific procedures.
What Does the Sports Disputes Service Cover?
Our service provides full representation at all stages of dispute resolution:
- Disciplinary Disputes: Representation in disciplinary committees when appealing red cards, suspensions, and fines.
- Financial Disputes: Recovering salary arrears from clubs in National Dispute Resolution Chambers (NDRC) and FIFA DRC.
- Anti-Doping Cases: Defending athletes accused of violating the WADA Code (sample opening, hearings).
- Sports Arbitration (CAS): Preparing appeals and representation at the Court of Arbitration for Sport in Lausanne.
- Ethical Violations: Defense against accusations of match-fixing and corruption.
Real-World Situations When You Need This Service
Sports disputes are often dramatic and require quick action:
- Suspension Before a Final: A key player received a suspension before an important match. The lawyer requests a Provisional Measure to suspend the penalty.
- Club Debt: The club went bankrupt and is not paying salaries. The lawyer applies the principle of "sporting succession" so that the new club covers the debt.
- Doping: A prohibited substance found in an athlete came from a food supplement. The lawyer argues "negligence" to mitigate the penalty.
- Agent Dispute: An agent sues a player for breach of contract. The lawyer protects the player from disproportionate penalties.
Georgian Legal Framework
Sports disputes are regulated by the "Law of Georgia on Sport" and the statutes of relevant national federations. In most cases, dispute resolution is mandatory first within internal sports instances (committees, chambers) and only then at CAS. Ordinary courts have limited jurisdiction over sports disputes, except for labor and criminal cases.
Process: How a Specialist Works
A lawyer's work includes:
- Strategy: Assessing case prospects and selecting the correct jurisdiction.
- Preparation: Gathering evidence and writing legal briefs.
- Advocacy: Defending the client's interests during oral hearings.
Why Legal.ge?
Legal.ge gives you access to lawyers with practical experience in sports tribunals. A sports dispute is a specific process where knowing the "rules of the game" is decisive. We will help you restore justice.
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