Austria: Schoenherr strengthens sports & entertainment know-how with addition of sports industry expert

Bernhard previously headed the legal department of an Austrian Bundesliga football club. After completing his master in International Sports Management (MBA) at the European Sport Business School in Valencia, he took on this position and built up an extensive network in the international football industry. In sports law, he advises national and international players, clubs, athletes, sponsors and the media. He also represents clients in sports law disputes and advises on intellectual property and unfair competition law matters in this context.

"The expansion of this area is an important step in our strategic development," said Michael Woller, partner and co-head of Schoenherr's IP & Technology practice.

"Bernhard has the ideal skills and experience to successfully master upcoming challenges and bring our know-how to the outside world," added Dominik Hofmarcher, also a partner in the IP & Technology practice focusing on the entertainment sector.

Schoenherr offers tailor-made, efficient solutions for the sports and entertainment industry, from player transfers to sponsorship agreements and investments.

More information on Schoenherr's legal advice in sports & entertainment can be found here.