Sports & Entertainment Law Conference 2025

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Join us for the inaugural Lincoln Alexander Sports & Entertainment Law Conference 2025, presented by the Lincoln Alexander Sports & Entertainment Law Society (LASELS). This event brings together industry leaders, legal professionals, and students for an immersive experience in the evolving landscape of sports and entertainment law. 🚀

This full-day conference features insightful panels, keynote speakers, and dedicated networking sessions, offering attendees an exclusive opportunity to learn from and connect with leading professionals in the field.

Event Breakdown

Morning Session – Sports Law 🏆

• Panel: Breaking Barriers in Gender Equity & Inclusion in Sport
  Legal and business leaders will discuss challenges in achieving gender equity in sports, addressing equal pay, representation, governance policies, and athlete rights.
  Panelists:

  • Nitsa Staikos (Sports & Entertainment Executive)

  • Niloo Abedzadeh (Coordinator, Salary Cap Strategy, Toronto Raptors)

  • Amanda Fowler (Sports Lawyer & Corporate Counsel)

  • Michelle Kropp (Sports Lawyer)

• Keynote Speaker: Jeffrey Orridge (CEO, TVO & Former CFL Commissioner)
  Jeffrey Orridge will share insights on sports business, governance, and industry trends, followed by a Q&A.

Afternoon Session – Entertainment Law 🎶

• Panel: Music and Law in the Digital Age
  Panelists will explore legal challenges in the music industry, including copyright, licensing, AI’s influence, and artist rights in a streaming-first world.
  Panelists:

  • Laura Wilson-Lewis (Associate Counsel, Warner Music Canada)

  • Adam Jacobs (Legal Counsel, SOCAN)

  • Paul Banwatt (Partner, Gilbert’s LLP)

  • Jay Gogna (Business & Legal Affairs/Manager, Hyphen Music & Entertainment Inc)

• Keynote Speaker: Susan Abramovitch (Partner, Gowling WLG Canada)
  A 1-on-1 fireside chat with Susan Abramovitch, discussing her career in entertainment law, industry trends, and career advice.

Perks:

• Complimentary refreshments and lunch

• Free LinkedIn headshots 📸

• Exclusive networking opportunities with industry leaders