Sports Disputes
Your advocate in sports law disputes
Solicitor in sports disputes
I am a solicitor specialising in sports disputes. Until recently, I was head of Sports Disputes at Stewarts, a leading city law firm. I have now set up Muiris Lyons Legal to provide a more personal and approachable service while still providing the same levels of experience and expertise.
My Sports Law Services
I am an experienced lawyer specialising in sports disputes. I am a member of the Sport Resolutions Panel and their Pro Bono Panel.
I can assist with
You can read about my most recent case involving ironman triathlete Tomás Rodríguez Hernández here.
Why choose me?
Specialist sports disputes lawyer. Please contact me to discuss any sports related legal issues you are concerned about. The earlier you involve a specialist lawyer the more opportunity to shape the outcome as favourably as possible.
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What They Say
Chambers and Partners
“He is fantastic and at the top of his game.”
Legal 500
He has “…exceptional charm, intelligence and unparalleled knowledge of the industry”
Legal 500
“Commands respect amongst all his peers”
Chambers and Partners
“He is delightful to deal with”
Chambers and Partners
“A notable practitioner – a force to be reckoned with”
Legal 500
“He is recognised throughout the UK and abroad as one of the leading figures…”
Boxing: Ahmatovic’s 4 Year Ban Upheld
Issue: Appeal Arbitration Type: Anti-Doping Tribunal: Christopher Quinlan KC, Moe Sbihi, Professor Dorian Haskard Decision date: 04/01/2025 Outcome: 4 years ineligibility Another tough lesson for athletes! The National Anti-Doping Panel…
Doping – do you know what’s in your protein shake?
It’s always nice to be appreciated…
I was recently instructed as a consultant by Nordwand Law LLC in Bern to work with Swiss sports lawyer Sridar Paramalingham. Together we acted for professional triathlete and ironman competitor…
Media Release
I was pleased to be able to work with Sridar Paramalingam of Nordwand Law and Javier Barrera (instructed by Sport Resolutions as part of their Pro Bono Panel) to help Tomás Rodríguez Hernández with…
What a difference a day makes…
The Fine Line Between In-Competition and Out-of-Competition Violations in an Athlete’s Case What a difference a day makes…(with apologies to Dinah Washington)! This is a very interesting decision which deals…