LEGAL PRACTICE / SPORTS & NIL
Legal counsel for athletes, creators and businesses navigating sports and name, image and likeness opportunities. Alexander R. Karana brings intellectual property and contract experience to the discussion.
An attractive offer is only part of the picture. A contract review can examine the promised work, payment, rights granted, exclusivity, duration, approval rights and what happens if the relationship ends. Bring the actual offer and your priorities to a consultation.
A sponsorship may involve social posts, appearances, photographs, video, merchandise or use of a name and likeness. Discuss who can use the content, where it can appear, how long permission lasts and whether future opportunities could be affected.
For student-athletes, the institution, division and applicable rules matter. Tell the firm your sport, school, proposed activity and timing so the review can account for the relevant context. Contract advice does not itself provide school approval or guarantee eligibility.
LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR NEXT STEP
Contact Alexander R. Karana at CMDA to arrange a conversation. Mention the general matter and any known deadline. Please do not send confidential information before the firm confirms intake arrangements.
Representation is subject to the firm’s acceptance. An inquiry alone does not establish an attorney-client relationship.
15-minute introductory consultation.
CMDA · 17436 College Parkway
Livonia, MI 48152
COMMON QUESTIONS
Name, image and likeness matters involve commercial use of a person’s identity. They may include endorsement, advertising, appearance or content agreements. The particular agreement and the athlete’s circumstances determine what needs review.
Yes. His practice spans sports, intellectual property and business matters. A consultation can address how a proposed agreement relates to a personal brand and whether trademark questions should be considered.
No. Where school or athletic rules apply, relevant disclosure and approval processes must also be considered. Identify your institution and any communications from its compliance office when arranging the consultation.