eSport law: overseeing, structuring and securing digital practices
This one-day training, provided by the firm Laurent Fellous, offers a complete immersion in the legal issues specific to eSport. At the crossroads of sport, digital technology and entertainment, this fast-growing discipline raises numerous contractual, regulatory and fiscal issues. Through an educational approach based on the analysis of professional practices and changes in the sector, participants acquire the essential keys to understanding the applicable legal framework. Training thus makes it possible to anticipate risks, to secure contractual relationships and to structure projects related to eSport in a sustainable manner.
Understanding the players and contracts in eSport
This first part is devoted to the analysis of the eSport ecosystem and its main players. Participants learn about the role of publishers, development studios, professional players, and associations. Particular attention is paid to the historical evolution of the recognition of eSport and to its legal qualification, in connection with traditional sports law. The training then discusses the various structuring contracts in the sector: service provision contracts, players' employment contracts, sponsorship, sponsorship and sponsorship agreements and sponsorship agreements. Through practical cases, in particular related to digital services and attacks on avatars, participants learn how to secure their contractual relationships.
Supervise competitions and anticipate legal risks
The second part focuses on the organization and legal framework of eSports events. It analyzes the conditions of use of gaming licenses, competition regulations and the obligations of organizers. Participants also study the main legal risks associated with the business, including liability, compliance, and earnings taxation. A scenario around the development and negotiation of a settlement illustrates the concrete challenges encountered on the ground. This operational approach helps professionals structure their events, prevent disputes and ensure a secure environment for all stakeholders.
