Shumaker Named Among Leading Sports Law Firms in 2025 Rankings
With a deep-rooted passion for the complexities of the sports world, Shumaker's Sports Law Practice continues to carve its niche as a top-tier powerhouse. This year, the firm has once again garnered recognition among the Top 100 Law Firms with Sports Law Practices, as highlighted by Hackney Publications for 2025—an accolade earned through dedication, innovation, and a commitment to staying ahead of the sports law game.
Hailing from Toledo, OH, Shumaker's Sports Law Practice thrives on navigating the ever-shifting legal landscape of sports. As Bennett Speyer, Shumaker Partner and Hospitality, Leisure and Sports Business Sector Co-Chair, puts it, "We're constantly evolving to stay ahead of the curve, providing clients with creative, practical solutions that reflect the industry's current state and future trajectory." The team's relentless pursuit of excellence is evident as they deliver tailored, strategic solutions to tackle the industry's dynamic challenges.
Recently, Shumaker has bolstered its Sports Law Practice with the addition of Diana Florence, a seasoned lawyer and former Manhattan prosecutor. With nearly 30 years of legal experience under her belt, Diana brings to the table a wealth of knowledge in workers' protection, public policy, and investigations. Her distinguished career at the Manhattan District Attorney's Office has equipped her with the tools necessary to tackle sports law's intricacies head-on.
So, what does a day in the life of Shumaker's Sports Law Practice entail? The team's impressive repertoire encompasses contract negotiation, crisis management, workplace investigations, employment law, policy development, employee training, tax advice (including for nonprofits), deferred compensation, intellectual property, NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) matters, and litigation. Shumaker's extensive experience in external investigations, audits, and compliance matters positioned the team as formidable allies for clients navigating the complex sports law landscape.
The nation's premier publisher of sports law periodicals, Hackney Publications, continues to serve as the industry's go-to source for key sports law insights. The publication's Top 100 list, carefully curated through feedback from readers, professors, and leading industry professionals, is a testament to Shumaker's enduring presence in the sports law arena.
For more information about Shumaker's dynamic Sports Law Practice, take a chance to explore their website and get a front-row seat to their game-changing strategies.
About ShumakerEstablished in 1925, Shumaker has grown into a team of over 300 legal powerhouses, dedicated to delivering premier legal and legislative solutions. Those looking for a partner who aims to make a positive impact in their clients' lives and the communities they serve need to look no further than Shumaker.
- Shumaker's Sports Law Practice, renowned for its expertise, consistently ranks among the Top 100 Law Firms with Sports Law Practices, as recognized by Hackaker Publications for 2025.
- Hailing from Toledo, OH, the Sports Law Practice at Shumaker excels in navigating the intricate legal landscape of the sports industry.
- Diana Florence, a seasoned lawyer and former Manhattan prosecutor, recently joined Shumaker, contributing her extensive knowledge in areas such as employment law, public policy, and investigations.
- The Sports Law Practice at Shumaker handles a wide range of legal matters, including contract negotiation, crisis management, employment law, intellectual property, and litigation.
- Hackaker Publications, a leading publisher of sports law periodicals, continues to be a crucial resource for sports law insights, with Shumaker maintaining a prominent position in the sports law arena according to the Top 100 list produced by the publication.
- Shumaker's Sports Law Practice offers game-changing strategies for clients in various sports, such as football, basketball, baseball, hockey, golf, sports-betting, tennis, racing, and mixed-martial-arts.
