The WS Sports Law Conference returns on 31 October with an international roster of speakers. With our partners at Lombardi Associates, we are pleased to bring some of the industry’s most experienced and recognised figures to Edinburgh for this popular event in the Society’s education programme. The comprehensive programme covers the main issues of the day for sports lawyers and their clients, including moving regulatory landscapes, dispute resolution, disciplinary issues and a discussion with a highly respected CAS Arbitrator about his career in sports law, having presided over some of the cases which have shaped sports law today.

It is our pleasure to have Law in Sport, the sports law industry’s go to resource, return as media partners of the event and we will be joined by Law in Sport on the day for a comprehensive review of the last twelve months in sports law and a look at what lies ahead.

We are delighted to welcome Street Soccer Scotland as the conference’s charity partner and pleased that we will be joined by COO Gerry Britton on the day to talk about the work this brilliant charity does. Street Soccer Scotland uses football as a vehicle to help people experiencing mental health issues, helping them to engage in sport and exercise to create positive habits and assisting them in accessing support services. Street Soccer Scotland are also the official team partner of Team Scotland, winners of the Homeless World Cup on two occasions, in 2007 and 2011.

The afternoon will close with a drinks reception hosted by LGT Wealth Management. Enjoy delicious refreshments, lively conversation, and the opportunity to connect with colleagues.

SPEAKERS:

• Ian Laing WS, Lombardi Associates (Conference Chair)

• Mark Hovell, CAS Arbitrator and Partner at Mills & Reeve

• Paolo Lombardi, Managing Director, Lombardi Associates

• Gillian Treasurer, Director of Legal & Governance, The British & Irish Lions

• Pamela Woodman, Head of Legal & Company Secretary, Lawn Tennis Association

• Sean Cottrell , Founder & CEO, Law in Sport

• Gabriella Lowe, Operations & Finance Executive, Law in Sport

• Gerry Britton, Street Soccer Scotland

• Craig Joiner, Investment manager and 25 caps for Scottish Rugby Union

The full conference programme will be announced soon. Make sure your organisation is represented by reserving a place now.

DELEGATE RATES:

• Writers to the Signet: £270+ VAT

• Standard rate: £300+ VAT

• Law student/trainee solicitor: £160+ VAT