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Winston has one of the world’s premier sports law practices. Our work has included some of the most famous legal matters in sports history—including Alston v. NCAA, the case that culminated in a 9–0 Supreme Court victory for the college players against the NCAA; the US$2.15B Los Angeles Dodgers acquisition; McNeil v. the NFL, the landmark antitrust jury trial that led to the establishment of free agency in the NFL; the multi-billion-dollar construction and permanent financings for SoFi Stadium; and Morgan v. USSF, the case that led to a historic equal pay settlement for the players on the Women’s National Team. Our work is transforming this global, multibillion-dollar industry.
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Brands across key sectors turn to Winston litigators to defend their reputations in advertising class actions, competitor disputes, and investigations. With litigators based in the U.S.’s busiest jurisdictions—including courts in California, Florida, Illinois, New York, and Texas—we have deep experience and prowess in handling some of the most high-profile and business-essential advertising cases in recent history. These disputes have involved false advertising; unfair competition, unfair business practices, and unjust enrichment; copyright, trade name, and service mark infringement; consumer-protection claims; and violations of the Lanham Act.
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|April 28, 2023
Secured New CBA Deal for NBA Players Following Round-the-Clock Negotiating Sessions with NBA
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|April 1, 2023
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Winston Serves as Counsel to the NBPA in its Successful 2023 CBA Negotiations with the NBA
We achieved a big win for NBA players and NBA fans on April 1, 2023, representing the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) in reaching an agreement in principle on a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the NBA. We then helped the union negotiate the full terms of the CBA, which went into effect on July 1, 2023, without the disruption of a work stoppage.
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|April 1, 2023
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Winston Helps NBA Players Reach New CBA Deal
A Winston team of Jeffrey Kessler, David Feher, and Sofia Arguello achieved a big win for NBA players and NBA fans on April 1, representing the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) in reaching an agreement in principle on a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the NBA.
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|October 11, 2021
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Jeffrey Kessler—Winston & Strawn’s co-executive chairman—was recently named to Sports Business Journal’s list of 75 people who have grown the NBA’s business since the league was first established in 1946.
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Founded in 1853, Winston & Strawn is one of the largest and oldest law firms in Chicago. The office is home to 290+ lawyers distributed across 20 practice areas. Our Chicago lawyers represent 90 companies in the Fortune 500 and are recognized in all the major directories and award competitions. They also are heavily invested in pro bono causes, having dedicated 19,000+ hours in 2024 to various pro bono organizations. Representing a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, they are hardworking, compassionate, and collaborative. Our Chicago office also takes immense pride in fostering a collegial atmosphere that influences every aspect of our culture. From weekly Starbucks Socials, where colleagues gather to connect over coffee and conversation, to ping pong tournaments that ignite friendly competition, to volunteer opportunities around the city, we celebrate the camaraderie and sense of community that unite us. This not only enhances collaboration and teamwork but creates a supportive environment that inspires us to excel in our professional pursuits.