Scott Wilkinson is the top lawyer for the Atlanta Hawks, one of the NBA’s 30 member clubs. I had the great honor of talking with Scott about his career and background, and he also had some advice for law students interested in sports law. Check out my interview with Scott below … [Read more...] about Career Spotlight – Scott Wilkinson, Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena
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Career Spotlight – Emilio García Silvero, Chief Legal and Compliance Officer, FIFA
Ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, JSEL’s Marvellous Iheukwumere interviewed Emilio García Silvero, the Chief Legal and Compliance Officer at FIFA. Emilio shared his career journey and advice for students. Name, Position, and Location Emilio García Silvero, Chief … [Read more...] about Career Spotlight – Emilio García Silvero, Chief Legal and Compliance Officer, FIFA
Career Spotlight – Jennifer Liu, Chief Legal Officer, The Pokémon Company International, Inc.
Twenty-five years ago tomorrow, the storied Pokémon franchise began with the Japan release of Pocket Monsters Red and Green on the Game Boy. Many of us recall playing classics like Pokémon Red/Blue/Yellow, Gold/Silver/Crystal, and others through the years. When I initially went … [Read more...] about Career Spotlight – Jennifer Liu, Chief Legal Officer, The Pokémon Company International, Inc.
Career Spotlight – Chidi Oteh of Ropes & Gray LLP
Chidi Oteh is an experienced associate at Ropes & Gray LLP in Boston in their asset management and sports groups. In his sports practice, Chidi works on the negotiation of employment, sponsorship, media and speaking arrangements for various collegiate and professional … [Read more...] about Career Spotlight – Chidi Oteh of Ropes & Gray LLP
Career Spotlight – Hannah Gordon, Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel, San Francisco 49ers
Hannah Gordon is the Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel for the San Francisco 49ers. In her role, Gordon oversees Legal, Public Affairs and Strategic Communications, Risk Management, Community Relations, Fan Engagement, the 49ers Museum, and the 49ers Foundation, … [Read more...] about Career Spotlight – Hannah Gordon, Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel, San Francisco 49ers