Sports & Entertainment
Like elite athletes and performers, corporate players in the sports and entertainment industries operate in high-stakes, fast-moving environments.
From global tournaments and stadium builds to media rights and digital disruption, the risks are complex — and the rewards, significant. HKA is your trusted partner in safeguarding commercial and contractual interests across the sports and entertainment landscape.
Multidisciplinary expertise with global reach in sports & entertainment
HKA brings together a global team of problem-solvers — including forensic accountants, investigators, commercial damages experts, intellectual property specialists, project managers, and technical consultants. Whether you need a single expert or a fully integrated team, we deliver tailored solutions across jurisdictions, regardless of scale or complexity.
We support clients across the sector with:
- Investigations into corruption and misconduct in international sport
- Valuation of damages in copyright, licensing, and endorsement disputes
- Risk mitigation in sponsorship, joint ventures, and shareholder conflicts
- Delay and disruption claims in stadium and venue construction
- Profit-participation accounting in motion picture, television, music and sports contract disputes
Why HKA
Mitigating risk and resolving disputes in the sports & entertainment industry
Digital transformation is reshaping the industry — creating new revenue streams and new vulnerabilities. HKA helps clients stay ahead of the curve with expert support in:
- Intellectual Property, Content Rights & Copyright — Protecting ownership, monetisation, and resolving disputes related to entertainment properties
- Data Privacy & Cybersecurity – Safeguarding sensitive information from breaches, piracy, and reputational harm
- Sponsorship, Licensing & Endorsements – Structuring deals to maximise value and minimise risk
We also advise on:
- Anti-trust and competition disputes
- Breach of contract and regulatory investigation
- Capital project claims and overruns
- Class actions and mass claims involving consumer rights, financial misconduct, or contractual breaches
- ESG compliance and reputational risk
- Fraud, corruption, and bankruptcy
- Joint ventures and shareholder disputes
As a world leader in risk management, dispute resolution, and expert witness support, our strengths match the critical needs of our clients in the sports and entertainment industries.
Our highly qualified professionals combine deep technical expertise with real-world insight – drawing on hands-on experience in the sports and entertainment industries to inform their advice, investigations, and expert opinions.
As an independent firm, we are uniquely positioned to deliver objective, client-focused solutions. We take the time to understand your specific challenges and priorities, then match the right mix of specialist skills and sector knowledge to meet your needs.
We mobilise sole experts or multi-skilled teams to deliver an integrated service – including in-house digital forensics and data analytics.
Our highly qualified professionals combine deep technical expertise with real-world insight – drawing on hands-on experience in the sports and entertainment industries to inform their advice, investigations, and expert opinions.
As an independent firm, we are uniquely positioned to deliver objective, client-focused solutions. We take the time to understand your specific challenges and priorities, then match the right mix of specialist skills and sector knowledge to meet your needs.
We mobilise sole experts or multi-skilled teams to deliver an integrated service – including in-house digital forensics and data analytics.
How we can help you
HKA delivers world-class expertise across a suite of core services tailored to the unique demands of the sports and entertainment industries. Our global reach, multidisciplinary teams, and proven track record enable us to meet the most complex challenges with precision and impact.
Our core services address critical needs including:
Digital Forensics & Data solutions
We have expertise in all aspects of digital data – from collection and analysis to investigation, discovery, tracing, and governance. Our experts help clients manage complex digital investigations, including eDiscovery, blockchain forensics, high-tech crime and cybersecurity, using advanced analytics and AI-enabled tools.
Economic Damages & Valuation
We provide incisive support at every stage of the dispute resolution process – from early strategic advice and robust loss calculations to settlement negotiations and expert witness testimony. Our specialists bring clarity and credibility to high-value disputes involving IP, licensing, sponsorship, and commercial agreements.
Forensic Engineering and Construction
HKA is the world’s foremost analyst of delay, disruption, and quantum matters – with more expert witnesses than any other firm recognised by Lexology Index and high ratings from Global Arbitration Review. Our experienced industry practitioners also help developers and delivery agencies set up their projects and enterprises for success through our advisory services. With our specialists in claims avoidance and claims management there to help if things go off track.
Forensic Technical Services
We offer a broad spectrum of technical experts who deliver authoritative reports and testimony across disciplines including fire engineering, IT systems, building structures, and environmental consultancy. Our specialists also advise on ESG performance, compliance, and climate-related risks.
Intellectual Property
From valuing intangible assets to quantifying damages for infringement, our IP experts support clients across the full spectrum of IP matters. We assist with lost profits, reasonable royalties, accounting of infringers’ profits, technology transfers, and expert testimony in litigation and arbitration.
In a world where reputations, revenues, and results are on the line, HKA delivers the clarity, credibility, and confidence that sports and entertainment clients need to succeed. Our global reach, multidisciplinary expertise, and deep industry insight make us the trusted partner for navigating risk, resolving disputes, and unlocking value – on and off the field.
