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
🇬🇧 @thomaskaminski1 on the move in #London
⚽️ From @lutontown to @cafcofficial
Thank you for your trust, Thomas. Congrats and best of luck! 👏
#ThomasKaminski #Football #Transfers #Luton #Charlton
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
🇬🇧 @thomaskaminski1 on the move in #London
⚽️ From @lutontown to @cafcofficial
Thank you for your trust, Thomas. Congrats and best of luck! 👏
#ThomasKaminski #Football #Transfers #Luton #Charlton
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
👑 @romelulukaku dropped by our CRESTA office for his sit-down with the press.
⚽ @officialsscnapoli for now
🇧🇪 @belgianreddevils soon
🏟 @rscanderlecht always
Real talk, big plans.
Rock on, Rom. 💪
#RomeluLukaku #RSCAnderlecht #Napoli #BelgianRedDevils #Football
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
👑 @romelulukaku dropped by our CRESTA office for his sit-down with the press.
⚽ @officialsscnapoli for now
🇧🇪 @belgianreddevils soon
🏟 @rscanderlecht always
Real talk, big plans.
Rock on, Rom. 💪
#RomeluLukaku #RSCAnderlecht #Napoli #BelgianRedDevils #Football
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
Homegrown Brussels. @romelulukaku, casa nostra è casa tua. 🇧🇪❤️
#RomeluLukaku #Interview #Football
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
Homegrown Brussels. @romelulukaku, casa nostra è casa tua. 🇧🇪❤️
#RomeluLukaku #Interview #Football
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
Last week, @wouter.sportslawyer took the stage for @cresta.thesportsfirm at The Business of Sport Eastern Europe conference in #Ljubljana, #Slovenia 🇸🇮
On the agenda: the legal and commercial complexities of the ever evolving topic of player representation.
Thanks to @bolcarius, @lawinsport and @slovenia_sports_lawyers #TheSlovenianSportsLawyersAssociation and the #SlovenianBARAcademy!
#TheBusinessOfSport #EasternEurope #SharingExpertise
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
Last week, @wouter.sportslawyer took the stage for @cresta.thesportsfirm at The Business of Sport Eastern Europe conference in #Ljubljana, #Slovenia 🇸🇮
On the agenda: the legal and commercial complexities of the ever evolving topic of player representation.
Thanks to @bolcarius, @lawinsport and @slovenia_sports_lawyers #TheSlovenianSportsLawyersAssociation and the #SlovenianBARAcademy!
#TheBusinessOfSport #EasternEurope #SharingExpertise
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
💼 How do clubs and players structure salary, bonuses, and benefits in today’s complex football economy?
Cresta lawyers @quinten.sportslawyer and @loic.sportslawyer break down the complex world of football remuneration in the latest @football_legal edition.
✅ Fixed vs. variable pay strategies
✅ Sign-on fees vs. loyalty bonuses
✅ Tax implications across jurisdictions
✅ The hidden costs of agent commissions
👉 Swipe to see key insights that every player should know.
Thanks to Ronan David and Alexandre Durand for the opportunity!
#FootballLegal #PlayerContracts #SportsLaw #Transfers
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
💼 How do clubs and players structure salary, bonuses, and benefits in today’s complex football economy?
Cresta lawyers @quinten.sportslawyer and @loic.sportslawyer break down the complex world of football remuneration in the latest @football_legal edition.
✅ Fixed vs. variable pay strategies
✅ Sign-on fees vs. loyalty bonuses
✅ Tax implications across jurisdictions
✅ The hidden costs of agent commissions
👉 Swipe to see key insights that every player should know.
Thanks to Ronan David and Alexandre Durand for the opportunity!
#FootballLegal #PlayerContracts #SportsLaw #Transfers
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
Another win! 💯 We successfully represented international basketball agency Pro Ball Event Managment in an arbitration case at the @fiba Basketball Arbitral Tribunal (BAT). 🏀💪
Grateful for the continuous trust of the Pro Ball team! 🙌
#FIBA #BAT #Basketball #Arbitration #Claims
#Cresta #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
Another win! 💯 We successfully represented international basketball agency Pro Ball Event Managment in an arbitration case at the @fiba Basketball Arbitral Tribunal (BAT). 🏀💪
Grateful for the continuous trust of the Pro Ball team! 🙌
#FIBA #BAT #Basketball #Arbitration #Claims
#Cresta #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
An evening full of insights, inspiration, and real talk. ⚽
#ElitePlayersInControl brought together young talents and their families with professionals to share valuable knowledge on building a strong future in football — and beyond.
🎥 Watch the aftermovie and relive the atmosphere, the advice, and the ambition.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us — our speakers, hosts, and the amazing Cresta team who made this event possible. It was a pleasure to connect, learn, and grow together.
Still have questions or need guidance?
Cresta is here to support you — don’t hesitate to reach out.
#Recap #FootballCareer #Event #Talk
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
An evening full of insights, inspiration, and real talk. ⚽
#ElitePlayersInControl brought together young talents and their families with professionals to share valuable knowledge on building a strong future in football — and beyond.
🎥 Watch the aftermovie and relive the atmosphere, the advice, and the ambition.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us — our speakers, hosts, and the amazing Cresta team who made this event possible. It was a pleasure to connect, learn, and grow together.
Still have questions or need guidance?
Cresta is here to support you — don’t hesitate to reach out.
#Recap #FootballCareer #Event #Talk
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
Why are more and more athletes opting for advice from specialised sports lawyers?
Our managing partner @sebastien.sportslawyer shared his views in @rtbf on what this shift means for the future of football deals.
👉 Read the full article via the link in bio.
#RTBF #PowerToThePlayers #Transfers #Contracts
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer
Why are more and more athletes opting for advice from specialised sports lawyers?
Our managing partner @sebastien.sportslawyer shared his views in @rtbf on what this shift means for the future of football deals.
👉 Read the full article via the link in bio.
#RTBF #PowerToThePlayers #Transfers #Contracts
#CRESTA #TheSportsLawFirm #TrustedAdvisors
#SportsLawyer