The article highlights leading Hollywood sports lawyers whose work underpins major franchise sales, athlete contracts, media rights and investments in women’s sport.

– Steve Argeris advised on the record $6.05bn Washington Commanders sale and the $5.65bn Denver Broncos acquisition.
– Octagon’s Jeff Austin and Phil de Picciotto negotiated Stephen Curry’s brand and $62.6m Warriors extension; Peter Carlisle represents Olympians including Simone Biles.
– Sidley Austin’s Charles H. Baker and Irwin Raij worked on major minority-stake investments involving the Colorado Rockies and New England Patriots.
– The broader sector saw landmark deals in 2026, including a reported $10bn Lakers acquisition and Patrick Mahomes’ $507m contract.