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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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For decades, Winston has filled a unique niche in the media and entertainment industry, and we continue to be at the forefront of today’s most important and challenging cases. Our interdisciplinary team advises some of the world’s most prominent industry players—studios, production companies, entertainers, artists, athletes, other celebrities, and other sector participants—in connection with the disputes and deals that are moving this dynamic industry forward.
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Winston has a well-established presence in Europe representing clients for over three decades. We demonstrate excellence advising clients on transactional, disputes and regulatory matters in the financial services, private equity, industrial, health, and technology sectors. Our European offices bring together a unique blend of deep local knowledge and global expertise, allowing us to effectively navigate complex cross-border legal matters.
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|September 8, 2025
Winston represents a class of professional swimmers alleging World Aquatics (WA) violated antitrust laws by blocking their participation in the competing International Swimming League. After WA won summary judgment, Winston successfully appealed, arguing the court applied improper antitrust standards and wrongly denied certification of a damages class. In September 2024, the Ninth Circuit reversed both rulings, reviving all claims and issuing a landmark ruling on the possible application of the per se rule or quick look review to sports-associations rules. Am Law awarded Winston “Litigator of the Week” Runner-Up recognition for the win. In November 2024, the Ninth Circuit denied rehearing. In April 2025, the district court certified a damages class.
Experience
|July 30, 2025
Represent Norman W. Fries, Inc. d/b/a Claxton Poultry Farms in a series of 15+ antitrust class actions consolidated in the Northern District of Illinois and brought by plaintiffs who allege that Claxton and the nation’s other largest poultry producers conspired to fix the price of broiler chickens in a scheme from 2008 to 2016 that raised the price for broiler chickens by artificially reducing supply.
Experience
|June 8, 2025
Secured, with co-counsel, final approval of an historic settlement of over US$2.75B in back-damages for current and former college-athletes and a new revenue-sharing model allowing schools to share future earnings with athletes. This decade-long effort across four different lawsuits redefines the economics of college sports, affirming athlete rights and fair compensation. Following a 9-0 Supreme Court victory in Alston v. NCAA, the team filed three antitrust class actions, resulting in a groundbreaking settlement that creates a revenue-sharing system projected to generate at least US$20B in new, previously prohibited payments and benefits to Division I college athletes over the next decade. The settlement was recognized in Am Law‘s Litigator of the Week column.
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Seminar/CLE
|January 22, 2026
14th ITA-IEL-ICC Joint Conference on International Energy Arbitration – Houston
Imad Khan is a proud Co-Chair of The Institute for Transnational Arbitration (ITA), Institute for Energy Law (IEL) and International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) International Court of Arbitration 14th edition of what has become the premier conference on international arbitration in the energy sector. Speakers from around the globe and across the industry will gather to focus on the key issues in the field today.
Competition Corner
|December 23, 2025
|4 Min Read
New York recently expanded its algorithmic pricing laws, now requiring retailers to disclose when prices are set with algorithmic software based on consumers’ personal data.The so-called practice of surveillance pricing entails adjusting prices charged for goods and services according to monitored personal data.
Winston’s Environmental Law Update
|December 23, 2025
|3 Min Read
“Compliance First”: What Does EPA’s New Policy Mean for My Business?
On December 5, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA) issued an internal policy memorandum[1]that sets a “compliance first” directive for EPA’s enforcement programs.
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Law Glossary
What Is Tracking and Monitoring Law?
Tracking and monitoring law is related to the rights of individuals and often addressed through state legislation. Tracking law looks at when and how individuals can be tracked through GPS devices and location services. Employers have the right to track company vehicles through GPS devices but cannot track an employee’s vehicle in many states without employee consent. (A written policy on tracking and monitoring may be required, with the policies stating a business purpose for the activities.) Tracking apps on mobile phones can continue to broadcast an employee’s location even after work hours. That is why companies must ensure they are satisfying employees’ expectations of privacy.
Law Glossary
A privacy audit, also known as a privacy compliance audit, is an assessment tool that looks at an organization’s privacy protection policies and procedures, specifically in light of current relevant laws or regulatory requirements. The audits may be conducted by private organizations or by government agencies that are verifying a company’s regulatory compliance. In terms of privacy audit law, the FTC can conduct audits of organizations and take action when a company is improperly securing private information. Action is taken under the FTC Act, which covers unfair trade practices. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act audits are also conducted to ensure that providers are following HIPAA law and protecting private health information.