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2012
Legends Hospitality - One World Trade Center Observatory
Representation of Legends Hospitality, LLC, the pioneering company in the sports and entertainment industries, in the deal to develop and operate the observation deck at the top of One World Trade Center.
Legends Hospitality - One World Trade Center Observatory
Representation of Legends Hospitality, LLC, the pioneering company in the sports and entertainment industries, in the deal to develop and operate the observation deck at the top of One World Trade Center.
2012
Yankee Global Enterprises - Senior Credit Facility
Representation of Yankee Global Enterprises LLC in the refinancing of its senior credit facility consisting of a term loan and a revolving line of credit. Yankee Global Enterprises LLC is a holding company that invests in media and sports-related businesses, including the New York Yankees.
Yankee Global Enterprises - Senior Credit Facility
Representation of Yankee Global Enterprises LLC in the refinancing of its senior credit facility consisting of a term loan and a revolving line of credit. Yankee Global Enterprises LLC is a holding company that invests in media and sports-related businesses, including the New York Yankees.
2012
Major League Baseball Franchise - Contract Dispute
Obtained summary judgment, including dismissal of all claims and recovery on counterclaim for breach of contract, on the district court level on behalf a Major League Baseball franchise in a contract dispute involving advertising and sponsorship rights, and protected judgment on appeal to the Second Circuit.
Major League Baseball Franchise - Contract Dispute
Obtained summary judgment, including dismissal of all claims and recovery on counterclaim for breach of contract, on the district court level on behalf a Major League Baseball franchise in a contract dispute involving advertising and sponsorship rights, and protected judgment on appeal to the Second Circuit.
2012
Sports Broadcaster - Credit Facility
Representation of leading regional Sports Business broadcaster and franchise in the negotiation and closing of $630 million senior secured credit facility.
Sports Broadcaster - Credit Facility
Representation of leading regional Sports Business broadcaster and franchise in the negotiation and closing of $630 million senior secured credit facility.
2012
Sports Broadcaster - High Yield Offering
Representation of leading regional Sports Business broadcaster and franchise in the issuance of $250 million high yield note offering.
Sports Broadcaster - High Yield Offering
Representation of leading regional Sports Business broadcaster and franchise in the issuance of $250 million high yield note offering.
2012
Top Rank - Manny Pacquiao v. Juan Manuel Marquez IV WBO
Representation of Top Rank in the Manny Pacquiao v. Juan Manuel Marquez IV WBO held December 8, 2012 at MGM Grand Garden Arena and telecast on HBO pay-per-view.
Top Rank - Manny Pacquiao v. Juan Manuel Marquez IV WBO
Representation of Top Rank in the Manny Pacquiao v. Juan Manuel Marquez IV WBO held December 8, 2012 at MGM Grand Garden Arena and telecast on HBO pay-per-view.
2012
Top Rank - Manny Pacquiao v. Timothy Bradley Jr. WBO
Representation of Top Rank in the Manny Pacquiao v. Timothy Bradley Jr. WBO welterweight championship bout held June 9, 2012 at MGM Grand Garden Arena and telecast on HBO pay-per-view.
Top Rank - Manny Pacquiao v. Timothy Bradley Jr. WBO
Representation of Top Rank in the Manny Pacquiao v. Timothy Bradley Jr. WBO welterweight championship bout held June 9, 2012 at MGM Grand Garden Arena and telecast on HBO pay-per-view.
2012
Top Rank - Julio Cesar Chavez v. Sergio Martinez WBC
Representation of Top Rank in the Julio Cesar Chavez v. Sergio Martinez WBC middleweight championship bout held September 15, 2012 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas and telecast on HBO pay-per-view.
Top Rank - Julio Cesar Chavez v. Sergio Martinez WBC
Representation of Top Rank in the Julio Cesar Chavez v. Sergio Martinez WBC middleweight championship bout held September 15, 2012 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas and telecast on HBO pay-per-view.
2012
Investor Group - San Diego Padres
Representation of investor group including former MLB All-Star in a bid to acquire the San Diego Padres.
Investor Group - San Diego Padres
Representation of investor group including former MLB All-Star in a bid to acquire the San Diego Padres.
2012
Top Rank - Telecast Contracts
Legal representation of TopRank.TV including contracting with athletes and arenas, TV broadcasters, Home BOX Office and foreign broadcasters for live telecasts in all media including internet and online.
Top Rank - Telecast Contracts
Legal representation of TopRank.TV including contracting with athletes and arenas, TV broadcasters, Home BOX Office and foreign broadcasters for live telecasts in all media including internet and online.
2012
Yankee Global Enterprises - YES Network
Representation of the New York Yankees and Yankee Global Enterprises in News Corporation's acquisition of a 49 percent equity stake in the Yankees Sports Technology, Media & Communications and Sports Business Network (YES).
Yankee Global Enterprises - YES Network
Representation of the New York Yankees and Yankee Global Enterprises in News Corporation's acquisition of a 49 percent equity stake in the Yankees Sports Technology, Media & Communications and Sports Business Network (YES).
2012
Yankee Global Enterprises - Triple A Acquisition
Representation of Yankee Global Enterprises and affiliates in the acquisition of franchise rights for the New York Yankees minor league Triple A affiliate based in Scranton /Wilkes-Barre.
Yankee Global Enterprises - Triple A Acquisition
Representation of Yankee Global Enterprises and affiliates in the acquisition of franchise rights for the New York Yankees minor league Triple A affiliate based in Scranton /Wilkes-Barre.
2012
Yankee Global Enterprises - NYY Steakhouse
Representation of Yankee Global Enterprises in connection with the opening of a NYY Steakhouse in Times Square. The NYY Steakhouse brand is a joint venture partnership between the New York Yankees and Hard Rock International.
Yankee Global Enterprises - NYY Steakhouse
Representation of Yankee Global Enterprises in connection with the opening of a NYY Steakhouse in Times Square. The NYY Steakhouse brand is a joint venture partnership between the New York Yankees and Hard Rock International.
2010
New York Yankee Affiliate - Joint Venture
Representation of a New York Yankees' affiliate in connection with the creation of a joint venture that would seek to build upon the value associated with the marks and other intellectual property rights of the New York Yankees by seeking licensing arrangements for the branding of products within certain designated consumer product categories.
New York Yankee Affiliate - Joint Venture
Representation of a New York Yankees' affiliate in connection with the creation of a joint venture that would seek to build upon the value associated with the marks and other intellectual property rights of the New York Yankees by seeking licensing arrangements for the branding of products within certain designated consumer product categories.
2010
New York Yankees - Yankee Stadium College Football Game
Representation of the New York Yankees in connection with the hosting of the first college football game at the new Yankee Stadium, in which the Notre Dame Fighting Irish took on the Army Black Knights on November 10, 2010. Our representation consisted of negotiating and drafting a comprehensive site agreement that addressed a number of complex issues, such as sponsorship rights and the distribution of revenues.
New York Yankees - Yankee Stadium College Football Game
Representation of the New York Yankees in connection with the hosting of the first college football game at the new Yankee Stadium, in which the Notre Dame Fighting Irish took on the Army Black Knights on November 10, 2010. Our representation consisted of negotiating and drafting a comprehensive site agreement that addressed a number of complex issues, such as sponsorship rights and the distribution of revenues.
2010
New York Yankees - Sponsorship Agreements
Representation of the New York Yankees in preparing sponsorship agreements for the 2009 season and beyond for the new Yankee Stadium. The agreements govern the advertising, promotion and product placement rights of the Yankees' new and existing sponsors.
New York Yankees - Sponsorship Agreements
Representation of the New York Yankees in preparing sponsorship agreements for the 2009 season and beyond for the new Yankee Stadium. The agreements govern the advertising, promotion and product placement rights of the Yankees' new and existing sponsors.
Ongoing
Top Rank Boxing - Broadcast Contract Structure
Representation of Top Rank Boxing in connection with contracts for pay-per-view television revenue and international rights licensing. Herrick attorneys pioneered the contract structure that we continue to apply to practically every major championship boxing program for worldwide telecasts. Concert promoters and venues also turn to us for our help applying the same structure to concerts and other performances.
Top Rank Boxing - Broadcast Contract Structure
Representation of Top Rank Boxing in connection with contracts for pay-per-view television revenue and international rights licensing. Herrick attorneys pioneered the contract structure that we continue to apply to practically every major championship boxing program for worldwide telecasts. Concert promoters and venues also turn to us for our help applying the same structure to concerts and other performances.
2010
Top Rank - Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey
Representation of Top Rank, Inc. in producing principal agreements for the WBO World Welterweight Championship boxing match between Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey at the new Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, and distributed by HBO Pay-Per-View. This first boxing event held at the new stadium drew a record crowd. We handled all agreements with the fighters, the site, HBO PPV, TV broadcasters around the world and sponsors.
Top Rank - Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey
Representation of Top Rank, Inc. in producing principal agreements for the WBO World Welterweight Championship boxing match between Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey at the new Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, and distributed by HBO Pay-Per-View. This first boxing event held at the new stadium drew a record crowd. We handled all agreements with the fighters, the site, HBO PPV, TV broadcasters around the world and sponsors.
2010
Foreign Investor - Bid for English Premier League Football Club
Representation of an investment group led by a prominent foreign investor and nationally-recognized sports industry advisor in connection with a potential bid for an English Premier League football club.
Foreign Investor - Bid for English Premier League Football Club
Representation of an investment group led by a prominent foreign investor and nationally-recognized sports industry advisor in connection with a potential bid for an English Premier League football club.
2010
Professional Sports Team - Refinancing
Representation of a professional sports team in connection with the refinancing of its senior secured credit facility. The refinanced credit facility consists of a several million dollar term loan and a revolving line of credit component. The refinancing is secured by many different assets owned by the team and other third party approvals.
Professional Sports Team - Refinancing
Representation of a professional sports team in connection with the refinancing of its senior secured credit facility. The refinanced credit facility consists of a several million dollar term loan and a revolving line of credit component. The refinancing is secured by many different assets owned by the team and other third party approvals.
2010
Regional Sports Network - Credit Facility
We represented a regional sports network in connection with its $450 million credit facility.
Regional Sports Network - Credit Facility
We represented a regional sports network in connection with its $450 million credit facility.
2009-2010
Yankee Stadium - In Command on the Field… and Off
There is a lot going on behind the scenes at a stadium during an event, and managing it all is a Herculean task. Unless it's the new Yankee Stadium, in which case you can control it all from a central computer screen. We worked with the Yankees on their agreement with a technology developer that developed software to essentially run Yankee Stadium. The more information you can move, the more efficient your business, and the Yankees became one of the most efficient businesses in sports.
Yankee Stadium - In Command on the Field… and Off
There is a lot going on behind the scenes at a stadium during an event, and managing it all is a Herculean task. Unless it's the new Yankee Stadium, in which case you can control it all from a central computer screen. We worked with the Yankees on their agreement with a technology developer that developed software to essentially run Yankee Stadium. The more information you can move, the more efficient your business, and the Yankees became one of the most efficient businesses in sports.
2009
Top Rank - Manny Pacquiao v. Ricky Hatton
Representation of Top Rank in the Manny Pacquiao v. Ricky Hatton welterweight championship bout, MGM Grand, Las Vegas, May 2, 2009, distributed by HBO Pay-Per-View.
Top Rank - Manny Pacquiao v. Ricky Hatton
Representation of Top Rank in the Manny Pacquiao v. Ricky Hatton welterweight championship bout, MGM Grand, Las Vegas, May 2, 2009, distributed by HBO Pay-Per-View.
2009
Israel Discount Bank - Giants Financing
Representation of Israel Discount Bank as administrative agent and as a lender in amending an existing secured revolving credit facility to New York Football Giants, Inc. to increase the facility's size to $45 million. The loan's proceeds will be used for working capital purposes.
Israel Discount Bank - Giants Financing
Representation of Israel Discount Bank as administrative agent and as a lender in amending an existing secured revolving credit facility to New York Football Giants, Inc. to increase the facility's size to $45 million. The loan's proceeds will be used for working capital purposes.
2009
Legends Hospitality
Representation of Legends Hospitality LLC—a joint venture among the Yankees, Dallas Cowboys and two private equity firms—in setting up business operations (which include running concession services at stadiums, arenas and other large venues), obtaining necessary permits and authorizations in the states in which it will provide these services, including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas and Florida, and protecting its intellectual property rights.
Legends Hospitality
Representation of Legends Hospitality LLC—a joint venture among the Yankees, Dallas Cowboys and two private equity firms—in setting up business operations (which include running concession services at stadiums, arenas and other large venues), obtaining necessary permits and authorizations in the states in which it will provide these services, including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas and Florida, and protecting its intellectual property rights.
2009
Legends Hospitality - Yankees and Cowboys Joint Venture
Representation of the New York Yankees in the ground-breaking "Legends Hospitality Management LLC" joint business venture between the Yankees and the Dallas Cowboys, which will operate the catering, concessions and retail merchandising at both new stadiums.
Legends Hospitality - Yankees and Cowboys Joint Venture
Representation of the New York Yankees in the ground-breaking "Legends Hospitality Management LLC" joint business venture between the Yankees and the Dallas Cowboys, which will operate the catering, concessions and retail merchandising at both new stadiums.
2008
Yankees Stadium - Hard Rock Café Deal
Representation of the New York Yankees and its affiliates in two separate joint ventures with the Hard Rock Café. The Hard Rock Café and a newly branded "NY Steak" prime steakhouse restaurant will open in an area adjacent to right field at the new Yankee Stadium.
Yankees Stadium - Hard Rock Café Deal
Representation of the New York Yankees and its affiliates in two separate joint ventures with the Hard Rock Café. The Hard Rock Café and a newly branded "NY Steak" prime steakhouse restaurant will open in an area adjacent to right field at the new Yankee Stadium.
2009
Top Rank - Television Deal
Representation of Top Rank, Inc. in negotiating and concluding an agreement for Fox Sports to televise a new boxing series, "Top Rank Live." The series features fight cards from around the U.S. and Mexico three times per month on Fox Sports en Español, with at least one event per month being carried by Fox Sports Net and its regional sports network affiliates.
Top Rank - Television Deal
Representation of Top Rank, Inc. in negotiating and concluding an agreement for Fox Sports to televise a new boxing series, "Top Rank Live." The series features fight cards from around the U.S. and Mexico three times per month on Fox Sports en Español, with at least one event per month being carried by Fox Sports Net and its regional sports network affiliates.
Ongoing
Sports Representation Group - General Outside Counsel
General and strategic counseling to a sports representation group specializing in hockey.
Sports Representation Group - General Outside Counsel
General and strategic counseling to a sports representation group specializing in hockey.
2008
Yankee Stadium - Exclusive Telecom Provider
Representation of the Yankee’s affiliate in its agreements with AT&T to provide and support the new stadium’s telecommunications services and network system. AT&T will provide telephone, Internet and Wi-Fi services, provide all the necessary equipment, and build and maintain a custom network. The deal will also drive revenues to the company through end-user usage fees and by enhancing fans’ experience.
Yankee Stadium - Exclusive Telecom Provider
Representation of the Yankee’s affiliate in its agreements with AT&T to provide and support the new stadium’s telecommunications services and network system. AT&T will provide telephone, Internet and Wi-Fi services, provide all the necessary equipment, and build and maintain a custom network. The deal will also drive revenues to the company through end-user usage fees and by enhancing fans’ experience.
2008
Top Rank - Miguel Cotto v. Antonio Margarito
Representation of Top Rank in the Miguel Cotto v. Antonio Margarito WBA welterweight championship, MGM Grand, Las Vegas, July 26, 2008, distributed by HBO Pay-Per-View Telecast.
Top Rank - Miguel Cotto v. Antonio Margarito
Representation of Top Rank in the Miguel Cotto v. Antonio Margarito WBA welterweight championship, MGM Grand, Las Vegas, July 26, 2008, distributed by HBO Pay-Per-View Telecast.
2008
Top Rank - Manny Pacquiao v. David Diaz
Representation of Top Rank in the Manny Pacquiao v. David Diaz WBC lightweight championship bout, Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, June 28, 2008, distributed by HBO Pay-Per-View Telecast.
Top Rank - Manny Pacquiao v. David Diaz
Representation of Top Rank in the Manny Pacquiao v. David Diaz WBC lightweight championship bout, Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, June 28, 2008, distributed by HBO Pay-Per-View Telecast.
2008
Top Rank - Kelly Pavlik v. Gary Lockett
Representation of Top Rank in the Kelly Pavlik v. Gary Lockett WBC/WBO middleweight championship bout, Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, June 7, 2008, distributed by HBO Championship Boxing.
Top Rank - Kelly Pavlik v. Gary Lockett
Representation of Top Rank in the Kelly Pavlik v. Gary Lockett WBC/WBO middleweight championship bout, Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, June 7, 2008, distributed by HBO Championship Boxing.
2007
Sports Technologies - Joint Venture with Sports Illustrated
Outside general counsel to a joint venture between Sports Technologies, Sports Illustrated and Time Inc. Interactive. The joint venture was formed in connection with the sale of FanNation.com to Sports Illustrated to develop other related properties and technologies.
Sports Technologies - Joint Venture with Sports Illustrated
Outside general counsel to a joint venture between Sports Technologies, Sports Illustrated and Time Inc. Interactive. The joint venture was formed in connection with the sale of FanNation.com to Sports Illustrated to develop other related properties and technologies.
Ongoing
Sports Franchises - Aircraft Charters
Representation of a number of professional sports franchises in negotiating their aircraft charter contracts and aircraft acquisitions.
Sports Franchises - Aircraft Charters
Representation of a number of professional sports franchises in negotiating their aircraft charter contracts and aircraft acquisitions.
2007
SportsNet New York - Term Loan Facility
Representation of a major regional sports network in a $200 million syndicated term loan facility and related joint venture matters with its two major cable television joint venture partners.
SportsNet New York - Term Loan Facility
Representation of a major regional sports network in a $200 million syndicated term loan facility and related joint venture matters with its two major cable television joint venture partners.
2007
Major League Hockey Enterprise - Real Time Scoring and Video Systems
Representation of a major league hockey enterprise in negotiating new real time scoring and video delivery systems. Herrick helped craft a series of creative technology deals that will enable the league to pull live video and real-time game video, audio, and statistical data and feed it back to a central hub for distribution in real time to other arenas, broadcasters, websites, cell phones, and wherever else the league can capitalize on that content.
Major League Hockey Enterprise - Real Time Scoring and Video Systems
Representation of a major league hockey enterprise in negotiating new real time scoring and video delivery systems. Herrick helped craft a series of creative technology deals that will enable the league to pull live video and real-time game video, audio, and statistical data and feed it back to a central hub for distribution in real time to other arenas, broadcasters, websites, cell phones, and wherever else the league can capitalize on that content.
2007
Professional Sports Franchise Affiliates - Stadium Financings
Advice to affiliates of National Football League franchises regarding financing issues for the construction of new stadium.
Professional Sports Franchise Affiliates - Stadium Financings
Advice to affiliates of National Football League franchises regarding financing issues for the construction of new stadium.
2007
Major League Baseball Team - Private Placement
Representation of a Major League Baseball team in a private placement of $41 million of variable rate senior notes.
Major League Baseball Team - Private Placement
Representation of a Major League Baseball team in a private placement of $41 million of variable rate senior notes.
2007
Major League Baseball Franchises - Lending and Debt Restructuring
Representation of several Major League Baseball franchises in a variety of lending and debt restructuring matters, including a $120 million loan payoff, a $40 million restructuring, a $45 million term loan, and a unique $55 million mezzanine facility.
Major League Baseball Franchises - Lending and Debt Restructuring
Representation of several Major League Baseball franchises in a variety of lending and debt restructuring matters, including a $120 million loan payoff, a $40 million restructuring, a $45 million term loan, and a unique $55 million mezzanine facility.
2007
R6 Capital Management - PIK Loan
Representation of R6 Capital Management L.P. in a $15 million PIK loan to Sports Capital Holdings (St. Louis) LLC, the owner of the St. Louis Blues Hockey Club. The loan, which is fully subordinated to a syndicated revolver and term loan, required the consent of the National Hockey League and the lenders under the senior syndicated facilities.
R6 Capital Management - PIK Loan
Representation of R6 Capital Management L.P. in a $15 million PIK loan to Sports Capital Holdings (St. Louis) LLC, the owner of the St. Louis Blues Hockey Club. The loan, which is fully subordinated to a syndicated revolver and term loan, required the consent of the National Hockey League and the lenders under the senior syndicated facilities.
2006
New York Yankees - New Stadium Financing
Representation of the Yankees in the issuance of $960 million of municipal tax-free and taxable bonds by the New York City Industrial Development Agency, which will finance the lease of the site and construction of a new, state-of-the-art stadium. We leveraged the firm's broad expertise in real estate, construction, corporate and tax disciplines to complete this innovative financing structure.
New York Yankees - New Stadium Financing
Representation of the Yankees in the issuance of $960 million of municipal tax-free and taxable bonds by the New York City Industrial Development Agency, which will finance the lease of the site and construction of a new, state-of-the-art stadium. We leveraged the firm's broad expertise in real estate, construction, corporate and tax disciplines to complete this innovative financing structure.
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