Ryan Alexander Faulkner

Prior to joining Winston & Strawn, Ryan served as a Salary Arbitration Consultant for the Major League Baseball Players Association, where he advised in the contract valuation and negotiation of MLB player contracts worth millions of dollars. At ESPN, he worked within the Programming and Acquisitions division, reviewing NBA contracts and ensuring compliance with media rights agreements across domestic and international platforms. His earlier roles in sports journalism—including editorial leadership, broadcasting, and public relations—demonstrate a deep understanding of the narratives and legal frameworks that shape the modern sports landscape.