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Image rights and sponsorship expert witnesses
Valuation and opinion on image rights, sponsorship and broadcasting arrangements.
Request an expertDisputes over image rights, sponsorship and broadcasting turn on how commercial value is created and apportioned. Our experts value rights and explain the economics of sponsorship and media deals to a court.
In sports, the difference between a strong case and a weak one often comes down to whether the expert truly understands the sector. Generalist opinion rarely survives scrutiny on specialist questions, and a tribunal gives little weight to evidence that misreads how sports actually works. We focus here precisely because the issues are technical, the stakes are high, and the wrong expert is an expensive mistake.
What instructing through us looks like
Tell us the issues, the forum and your timeline. We check fit, availability and conflicts, then send a short, honest shortlist. You review CVs and speak with the expert before instructing — the instruction and fees are agreed directly between you and the expert, on your terms. New to the process? See our guide on how to instruct an expert witness.
FAQ
Common questions
What does a image rights and sponsorship expert witness do?
They give independent, objective opinion to a court or tribunal on image rights and sponsorship issues within sports, with an overriding duty to the court under CPR Part 35. The opinion usually takes the form of a written report and, where required, oral evidence.
When should I instruct a image rights and sponsorship expert?
As soon as the issues are clear. Early instruction helps you test the strengths and weaknesses of the case, scope the evidence proportionately and avoid a rushed report against a deadline.
How do you select experts for image rights and sponsorship matters?
On substance — relevant qualifications, genuine sports experience and an understanding of an expert's duties in litigation and arbitration. Where an expert has limited experience of giving evidence, we say so.
Need a image rights and sponsorship expert?
Describe the matter and we'll identify specialists who fit.
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