Global law firm Hogan Lovells Cadwalader added Eric Fishman as U.S. sports and entertainment lead in New York. He joins from ArentFox Schiff, where he was the sports industry group co-leader.
Fishman represents high-profile athletes, including Kevin Durant, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Michael Phelps and Aryna Sabalenka. He advises well-known sports agencies such as Klutch Sports Group and LIFT Management and acts as outside counsel to influential media companies, Boardroom and Just Women’s Sports. He also represents numerous other first-in-class clients, including the Premier Lacrosse League, notable sports investor SC Management, and the estate of famed fashion icon, Virgil Abloh. His practice spans corporate and litigation matters, and includes private equity and other investments in sports franchises and entertainment businesses.
“We are thrilled to welcome Eric to Hogan Lovells Cadwalader. Continuing to enhance our market-leading sports and entertainment group is a key strategic priority for the firm,” James Doyle, global head of the corporate and finance practice group at Hogan Lovells Cadwalader, said. “His arrival reinforces the exceptional team guiding our sports, media and entertainment sector.”
David Bonser, managing partner – corporate at Hogan Lovells Cadwalader, added, “Eric is widely regarded as a top adviser to leading athletes, agencies, leagues and investor platforms across the sports, media and entertainment landscape, guiding clients through some of the most complex matters in the market. He builds upon the premier sports and entertainment platform and reaffirms our commitment to our clients who are shaping the future of sports and entertainment across the globe.”
Bill Mills, office managing partner – New York at Hogan Lovells Cadwalader, said, “Eric’s arrival is another significant step in building on the strong momentum we have generated in New York following the combination. His experience, reputation and client relationships reflect our continued commitment to growth in one of the world’s leading legal markets. We are thrilled to welcome Eric and are confident he will play an important role in driving the next phase of our growth.”
Fishman added, “I’m excited to join Hogan Lovells Cadwalader at such a dynamic time for the firm. The firm’s continued investment in its sports and entertainment platform reflects where the industry is headed. As today’s leading athletes increasingly build businesses, make strategic investments, and expand their brands beyond the playing field, I’m thrilled to bring them to this platform and help them navigate the opportunities that will shape their legacies.”
Fishman received his JD from The George Washington University Law School and his BA from Bucknell University.
