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I was reviewing the latest media release by #CAS, which mentioned a case handled by their Anti-Doping Division during the Paris Olympics. The hearing for this case started at 22:30, and the decision was issued at 23:50. Considering the duration of the hearing, it appears that the single arbitrator issued the decision in less than an hour afterward! The efficiency of sports arbitration during significant events like the Olympics is essential. However, it is crucial that the rights and interests of both parties are respected and not compromised due to this speed. I hope every lawyer experiences a fast decision, especially if it is in their favor, without enduring the stress of waiting for over a year in some cases 😃 #sportslaw #sportarbitration #olympics

For those curious about the judicial entity who retracted U.S. gymnastics Jordan Chiles’s bronze medal. Here is a blog post written by one of our Summer Associates, Helen Gehle, explaining the origins and function of the Ad Hoc division of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) #olympics #paris2024 #sportslaw #arbitration #USAGymnastics

As world class athletes are busy competing at the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Court of Arbitration (CAS) for sport has been equally busy behind the scenes, hearing a range of disputes. One recurring issue in the disputes has been whether the CAS Ad Hoc Division at Paris 2024 had jurisdiction to hear the dispute. In this article, Benjamin Batten and James Accadia explain the jurisdiction of the CAS Ad Hoc division and the hurdles that applicants must mount in order to make out jurisdiction. This discussion is illustrated through the first four decisions of the Paris 2024 Ad Hoc division. https://lnkd.in/gJt5xeqB

#NewEdition 🇫🇷 ⚖️ We're excited to unveil the upcoming release of LIR France's 7th edition, bringing you fresh perspectives from leading legal professionals in the French legal sector. 📰 In this issue, Marina Thomas, Head of Legal at COURIR, explores the complexities of Intellectual Property Rights Protection in the context of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. 🔔 Don't miss out! Mark your calendars for September 27th and stay tuned for the latest from The Legal Industry Reviews. #LIRFrance #LegalInsights #IntellectualProperty #Paris2024 #LawCommunity #France

Over the course of the Olympics, a handful of athletes can find themselves entangled in disciplinary strife or controversy and sometimes "rough and ready" justice is the order of the day... The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and it's processes can take weeks. At the Olympics this just isn't suitable, hence the need for an ultra fast version of CAS arbitration. Read Philip Edmondson's Article on the expedited procedures, the impact on Olympic participation and some recent key cases here: https://bit.ly/4fHeyjh #Paris2024 #Olympics #Disputes #Competition #Sports #SportsLaw

In recent years I’ve had to brush up on the procedural rules of various arbitral institutions when dealing with sports disputes before them. In this article for LawInSport, Jessica van der Meer and I provide a guide to how those institutions work. Take a look👇 #sportslaw #arbitration

In the first of a three-part series, Yasin Patel FCIArb explores the legal issues within the context of controversies in the lead up to the 2024 Olympic Games. Follow the link below to read Yasin's article in full. #OlympicGames #SportsLaw

Stijn Huijts and I wrote a chapter on the landmark competition law cases in sports for Jus Mundi. It goes without saying that the topic of sports and competition law has been a hot topic the past few years. This chapter aims to provide a concise summary for anyone wanting to delve deeper into the way in which the European courts have further defined the regulating powers that sporting federations have within many aspects of their respective sports, including the organisation of (competing) leagues and broadcasting rights. https://lnkd.in/etJyJzF2 #competitionlaw #sportslaw

Yasin Patel FCIArb comments on an arbitration tribunal's ruling in Manchester City's case against the Premier League over its associated party transaction (APT) rules, in BBC Sport. Follow the link below to read his comments in full. #PremierLeague #SportsLaw #APT #EPL

Together with my colleague Philine Wassenaar, we wrote the chapter on Landmark EU competition cases in sports for Jus Mundi's International Sports Law and Arbitration Wiki Notes (edited by Rusa Agafonova of the University of Zurich). Competition law is a key factor in many aspects of sports law and disputes, including the organisation of leagues and competitions, the sale of broadcasting rights, and arrangements affecting professional players' (and their agents') rights. Many associations and clubs are taking note, and rightly so. https://lnkd.in/etJyJzF2 #competitionlaw #sportslaw