University and Collective Support in NIL Matters
Our team provides comprehensive support to universities and university-affiliated collectives in all aspects of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) matters, including:
- Compliance Consulting – Ensuring adherence to NCAA bylaws, state laws, and institutional policies.
- Contract Review – Assisting in drafting and negotiating NIL agreements for student-athletes and corporate partners.
- NIL Education & Training – Conducting seminars and presentations for universities, coaches, and athletic departments.
- Sports Business Curricula Development – Advising universities on integrating student-athlete business ventures into academic programs.
- University-Collective Legal Guidance – Navigating NIL laws, including the impact of the House v. NCAA settlement on revenue sharing, player compensation, and scholarship limits.
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Litigation Mitigation & Risk Management
Given the evolving legal landscape of student-athlete compensation, Sandberg Phoenix can provide litigation mitigation strategies backed by decades of experience, covering:
- University onboarding and compliance policies.
- Employee handbooks and wage/hour requirements.
- Disputes involving discrimination, harassment, or Title IX violations.
- Grievance handling, salary arbitration, and contract negotiations.
NCAA Compliance & Title IX Guidance
We understand ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations and federal laws is critical for universities and athletic programs. Our attorneys assist with:
- Title IX Compliance & Training – Protecting institutions from litigation by ensuring equal athletic opportunities.
- Athlete-Agent Law Compliance – Advising on proper representation and contractual obligations.
- Coaches’ NCAA Training – Educating coaching staff on compliance responsibilities.
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Comprehensive NIL Services
We help universities, athletic departments, and student-athletes navigate NIL complexities while ensuring legal and regulatory compliance. Our services include:
- NIL regulation and state law advisement.
- NIL policy and procedure development for donors, collectives, and sponsors.
- NIL contract drafting and compliance review.
- NIL audits of athletic departments.
- Strategic collaboration with sports agencies for high-value NIL contracts.
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Additional Legal Expertise in Collegiate Sports
Beyond NIL, we offer legal support across multiple areas impacting collegiate sports, including:
- Regulatory & Employment Compliance – Wage and hour law, labor disputes, employment benefits litigation.
- Intellectual Property – Protecting athlete branding, sponsorships, and advertising agreements.
- Crisis & Risk Management – Handling disputes, drug testing policies, safety regulations, and reputation protection.
- Collective Bargaining & Contract Negotiations – Representation in labor agreements and franchise due diligence.
- Emerging Technologies in Sports – Advising on artificial intelligence, virtual reality, esports, and Web3-related matters.