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Esports Employment Contracts

Co-Contributor, Esports Law and Practice

Esports Law and Practice serves as an authoritative guide to the fast-growing field of esports law. It covers all aspects of this intricate and dynamic sector, exploring the history and evolution of its legal landscape, and provides practical insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the world of esports.

Alex Polishuk, Principal in the Employment Litigation Group, discusses the key components of esports employment contracts, including essential provisions, choice of law, restrictive covenants and dispute resolution. The section also highlights the differences in drafting contracts for esports athletes versus non-athlete personnel, as well as the international legal considerations that may arise despite a choice-of-law directive.