Coaching Contracts Practice Overview
Our law firm provides trusted, strategic legal counsel to coaches, teams, and athletic organizations in the negotiation, drafting, and review of coaching contracts across all levels of sport—from collegiate and professional to emerging leagues and development programs.
We understand that coaching contracts are more than just compensation agreements—they define responsibilities, protect reputations, and set the tone for long-term professional success. As legal counsel, we offer personalized guidance and advocacy to help coaches protect their interests and make informed decisions throughout their careers.
Our Services Include:
Contract Drafting & Negotiation – Reviewing and negotiating head coach, assistant coach, and staff agreements, with a focus on clarity, fairness, and legal protection.
Compensation & Incentives – Advising on salary, bonuses, performance incentives, retention terms, and total compensation structure.
Termination Clauses & Buyouts – Evaluating and negotiating for-cause and without-cause termination language, buyouts, and mitigation obligations.
Morals Clauses & Conduct Standards – Ensuring language aligns with institutional values while safeguarding the coach’s reputation and financial interests.
Restrictive Covenants – Analyzing non-compete, non-solicitation, and confidentiality clauses to protect future opportunities.
Career Transitions & Exit Planning – Helping coaches navigate transitions between roles or programs, including strategic contract exits and dispute resolution.
Why Coaches Trust Us
We provide experienced, discreet, and pragmatic legal advice rooted in a deep understanding of the sports industry. Our attorneys are skilled in high-stakes negotiations and employment law, with a strong track record of helping coaches at all levels—from rising assistants to veteran head coaches—manage complex contracts with confidence. Whether working in tandem with an agent or serving as a coach’s sole legal advisor, we deliver trusted counsel that prioritizes our clients' careers, reputations, and long-term goals.
Note: We are not agents. We do not solicit employment or negotiate jobs on behalf of clients. Instead, we work closely with agents and representatives to ensure our clients' legal rights and long-term interests are fully protected. Many coaches retain us as personal counsel, independent of their agent relationships, to review, negotiate, and advise on the legal aspects of their contracts and employment matters.