Litigation
The international basketball community acknowledges Cresta as a leading authority in defending clients before the Basketball Arbitral Tribunal (BAT), FIBA Appeals Panel and CAS. Overdue payables, contested agent fees, wrongful dismissals, medical contractual issues, letters of clearance, release or termination clauses, etc., our track record in hundreds of disputes (resolved by the BAT or settled upon negotiation) speaks for itself.
Legal Consultancy
As basketball is a global sport, contracts across multiple jurisdictions
require expert assistance:
Contracts
Employment, image rights, agents, sponsorships, etc. you name it, we draft it.
Agents
Confused by the multiple applicable laws and regulations? Our expert legal advice brings clarity and direction.
Players
Ensure the off-court is managed as well as your on-court achievements. We address tax, insurance and financial planning.
itsMoneyTime
With our dedicated app, keep track of your income, meet contractual deadlines, access all your documents and stay in control with dedicated notifications.
Invest
Looking to buy or sell a professional basketball club? Requiring assistance in structuring overseas academies or player development programs? Requiring guidance when ending your player career and switching to club and league executive functions or becoming a player’s agent? We are here to help.
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From world-famous athletes to rising stars, Cresta clients are the best in the game.
They understand the game and cover all angles when drafting contracts
Axel Hervelle
Their knowledge and network in basketball is impressive
Freddy Tacheny, owner of Antibes Sharks
Cresta is an absolute reference when it comes to BAT disputes
Stefano Meller
NEWS
Sign your next contract with confidence. The 2026 edition of “Elite Players In Control” is coming. An exclusive event for elite football players and their parents! 👀
🗓 23 April
📍 Same place: Martin’s Red Hotel, Tubize
👌 Even more interesting speakers and topics
👉 Curious about the new way to build a successful career? Follow us and stay tuned.
#ElitePlayersInControl
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
Sign your next contract with confidence. The 2026 edition of “Elite Players In Control” is coming. An exclusive event for elite football players and their parents! 👀
🗓 23 April
📍 Same place: Martin’s Red Hotel, Tubize
👌 Even more interesting speakers and topics
👉 Curious about the new way to build a successful career? Follow us and stay tuned.
#ElitePlayersInControl
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
After last year’s success, we are bringing back “Elite Players In Control” – an exclusive event for football players and their parents. ⚽️
🗓 23 April
📍 Same place: Martin’s Red Hotel, Tubize
👌 Even more interesting speakers and topics
👉 Curious about the new way to build a successful career? Follow us and stay tuned!
#ElitePlayersInControl
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
After last year’s success, we are bringing back “Elite Players In Control” – an exclusive event for football players and their parents. ⚽️
🗓 23 April
📍 Same place: Martin’s Red Hotel, Tubize
👌 Even more interesting speakers and topics
👉 Curious about the new way to build a successful career? Follow us and stay tuned!
#ElitePlayersInControl
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
What happens when players walk off the pitch? 👀
Our partner @wouter.sportslawyer joined @vrtnws’ podcast #HetKwartier to discuss the decision of the CAF Appeal Board to forfait Senegal’s win and hand Morocco the #AfricaCup title.
🎧 Discover more via link in bio
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm
#SportsLawyer
What happens when players walk off the pitch? 👀
Our partner @wouter.sportslawyer joined @vrtnws’ podcast #HetKwartier to discuss the decision of the CAF Appeal Board to forfait Senegal’s win and hand Morocco the #AfricaCup title.
🎧 Discover more via link in bio
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm
#SportsLawyer
@quinten.sportslawyer recently hosted an online masterclass on international football transfers for the @ittisportsinstitute’s Master in Football Law. 💡
Through a mock negotiation exercise, students stepped into the roles of lawyers advising clubs and players, simulating the dynamics of real transfer negotiations and exploring the legal and strategic aspects behind international deals.
Proud to contribute to the education of the next generation of football law professionals.
#SportsLawyer #Football
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
@quinten.sportslawyer recently hosted an online masterclass on international football transfers for the @ittisportsinstitute’s Master in Football Law. 💡
Through a mock negotiation exercise, students stepped into the roles of lawyers advising clubs and players, simulating the dynamics of real transfer negotiations and exploring the legal and strategic aspects behind international deals.
Proud to contribute to the education of the next generation of football law professionals.
#SportsLawyer #Football
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
Learning, sharing and connecting at the FIFA Football Law Annual Review in Budapest, Hungary. 🏛️
@sebastien.sportslawyer attended this year’s edition on behalf of @cresta.thesportsfirm – continuing our commitment to staying at the forefront of international football dispute resolution and regulatory developments. ⚽️
This year’s edition brought together leading practitioners and representatives from FIFA, the Court of Arbitration for Sport and other major institutions to explore key legal and regulatory developments — including international transfers, doping procedures and governance frameworks. ⚖️
🔗 Discover more about our football work via the link in bio.
#FIFA #Football
#Cresta #TheSportsLawFirm #SportsLawyers
Learning, sharing and connecting at the FIFA Football Law Annual Review in Budapest, Hungary. 🏛️
@sebastien.sportslawyer attended this year’s edition on behalf of @cresta.thesportsfirm – continuing our commitment to staying at the forefront of international football dispute resolution and regulatory developments. ⚽️
This year’s edition brought together leading practitioners and representatives from FIFA, the Court of Arbitration for Sport and other major institutions to explore key legal and regulatory developments — including international transfers, doping procedures and governance frameworks. ⚖️
🔗 Discover more about our football work via the link in bio.
#FIFA #Football
#Cresta #TheSportsLawFirm #SportsLawyers
@z.labyad signing at @corinthians!
After his spell in China, the Moroccan maestro is joining the Brazilian giants as a free agent.
Our pleasure to provide legal advise on the deal. Thank you for the trust, Zakaria – Parabéns! ⚽️👏
#ZakariaLabyad #Transfer
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
@z.labyad signing at @corinthians!
After his spell in China, the Moroccan maestro is joining the Brazilian giants as a free agent.
Our pleasure to provide legal advise on the deal. Thank you for the trust, Zakaria – Parabéns! ⚽️👏
#ZakariaLabyad #Transfer
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
Congrats on your 25th birthday, @n.raskin!
100% win before the CEV. 💯
We successfully represented 🇫🇷 volleybal player @juliettefidonlebleu in a litigation case against 🇩🇪 club @vfbsuhl_lottothueringen.
Low value or high value — every case deserves the same focus and determination. This one? A full victory.
Grateful for the trust, Juliette. 🙌
#Volleybal #Claims
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
100% win before the CEV. 💯
We successfully represented 🇫🇷 volleybal player @juliettefidonlebleu in a litigation case against 🇩🇪 club @vfbsuhl_lottothueringen.
Low value or high value — every case deserves the same focus and determination. This one? A full victory.
Grateful for the trust, Juliette. 🙌
#Volleybal #Claims
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors