Contracts

Every player will sign a number of professional contracts throughout their career. We recognise and understand that each contract is different and as such will ensure that the utmost care is taken regardless of whether the contract is a renegotiation of an existing contract or indeed a first professional contract. The contract is the base from which each player can maximise his career and earning potential.

Transfers

Transfers are a major part of Professional football and are often very complex procedures. Negotiations between clubs are often delicate and our professionalism has only helped to ensure that where possible proposed transfers have been completed.
With both Contracts and Transfers we always put our client’s first and will where required ensure that our clients reputation is only enhanced in such a changing environment. Our client’s reputation, happiness and welfare are always at the forefront of our minds.

Commercial

We are fully aware of the opportunities that present themselves to high profile players and are well versed in advising upon the exploitation of image rights. Signing the right commercial deals and the way those deals are handled are of paramount importance to a player’s profile. The Sports Legal Department within Hillyer McKeown are an integral part of this process and provide up to date and relevant expertise when needed.

Legal advice

Hillyer McKeown are specialists in areas such as commercial law, sports law, intellectual property, dispute resolution and family law.

Accountancy and Taxation

Where our clients require specialist tax and/or accountancy advice we are well linked to one of the leading national firms of accountants who sepcialise in this area.

Financial Planning

The average playing career is short and with this in mind the correct financial planning is of the utmost importance. We work with a number of top independent financial advisors to offer our clients a great range of flexible products tailored to each individual client’s needs.