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Why Choose WH Partners
- Strong reputation as a go-to firm in the sports and entertainment sector.
- Deep experience crafting complex commercial deals and image rights structures.
- Trusted by clients who require both creative freedom and legal clarity.
- Pan-European coverage across key jurisdictions.
We take a practical, client-focused approach, blending legal technicality with industry trends to help clients succeed in competitive fields.
Partner Quirino Mancini is recognised internationally for his expertise in gaming, sports betting, and entertainment law. His experience advising multinational operators and coordinating cross-border regulatory strategies positions WH Partners as a trusted advisor in the sports and entertainment industries across Europe and beyond.
Our Services
Sports Sponsorship Deals: Structuring and negotiating partnerships with top-tier football and volleyball clubs across Europe.
Image Rights Licensing: Managing control and use of personality rights in marketing campaigns with precision.
Brand Ambassadorships: Drafting bespoke agreements that align brand and celebrity value
Film Industry Support: Advising producers and creatives both locally and internationally on licensing, production, and distribution.
Key Contacts
James Scicluna
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Olga Finkel
Co-Founder and Partner
Joseph F. Borg
Partner
Quirino Mancini
Group Strategic Advisor - Gambling, Media and Sport
Andrea Marchetti
Partner & Director
Cosmina Maria Simion
Managing Partner
Ewa Lejman
Head of Polish Desk
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