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Secure the decision and deadline
We record the instance, notification, regulatory framework, parties and immediate need for protection.
EXPERTISE · SPORTS LAW
Conducting sports law proceedings under international time pressure.
We advise and represent clients in sports law disputes relating to FIFA and CAS. Jurisdiction, remedies, deadlines, evidence, language and economic consequences are structured at an early stage.
How can we support you?
A FIFA-related claim or decision has arisen
Jurisdiction, procedural status, deadline and documentation must be reviewed immediately.
What we do for you
Clearly defined services.
Jurisdiction & deadlines
We review the instance, applicable rules, remedies and formal requirements.
Commencement of proceedings & submissions
We prepare prayers for relief, statements of appeal or answers and further documents.
Evidence & facts
We structure contracts, chronology, witnesses, expert opinions and further evidence.
Interim protection
We assess urgent applications in connection with competition or enforcement.
Hearing & arbitral award
We represent clients in written and oral proceedings and assist with subsequent steps.
DEADLINES DETERMINE THE SCOPE FOR ACTION
In international sports law, a delay of one day can be decisive.
Jurisdiction and remedies follow specific rules. We therefore first secure the decision, notification and deadline, and build a precise factual and procedural strategy on that basis.
How we work
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Structure remedies and evidence
We organise prayers for relief, legal bases, chronology, documents and economic consequences.
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Conduct the proceedings
We prepare submissions, coordinate evidence and represent clients at hearings and in subsequent matters.
Considered in context
Association and disciplinary law
The internal regulatory framework and prior association proceedings shape the remedy.
Arbitration proceedings
CAS proceedings share fundamental principles of arbitration, but follow their own rules.
Transfers & intermediary services
Transfer and intermediary disputes frequently constitute the underlying facts.
Personally responsible
The right expertise. The right point of contact.
Sports lawCASFIFAArbitration
Knowledge & tools
Current articles, updates and tools on the topic.
AppealDeadlineAssociation decisionCAS CodeFIFA proceedings
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Your contact
Nicola Zehnder
Attorney at law | FIFA Football Agent
Are FIFA- or CAS-related proceedings under way?
Please transmit the decision, date of notification and regulatory framework without delay via the secure channel.