11th Annual Berkeley Law Sports & Entertainment Conference

The 11th Annual Berkeley Law Sports & Entertainment Conference is a premier event organized by the Berkeley Journal of Entertainment and Sports Law and the Berkeley Center for Law & Technology. Scheduled for Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at The Faculty Club at UC Berkeley, this conference convenes leading executives, industry professionals, attorneys, athletes, talent, and students to explore pivotal topics in sports, entertainment, law, business, and culture.

This year's theme, "Rewriting the Playbook: Ownership, Player Rights, and the Digital Evolution of Sports," will be examined through a series of insightful panels. Discussions will cover "The Business of Modern Sports: Investment, Ownership, and Media Rights," "Players’ Rights: NIL, Trademark, and Athlete Advocacy," and "Sports in the Digital Era: Betting, Data, and Privacy." Additionally, a keynote address titled "NIL and the Future of Student-Athletes" will be delivered by Leigh Steinberg, Founder and Chairman of Steinberg Sports & Entertainment.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with prominent figures such as Richard Brand, Managing Partner & Sports Industry Group Co-Leader at ArentFox Schiff; Jenny Simon O’Neill, Co-Director of Athletics at UC Berkeley; and Timothy Holman, Associate at 49ers Enterprises. The event also offers networking opportunities during the check-in period, which includes coffee and small breakfast items, and a lunch break.

This conference is ideal for professionals and students interested in the intersection of sports, entertainment, and law. It provides a platform to gain insights into current industry trends, legal challenges, and emerging opportunities, making it a valuable experience for anyone looking to deepen their understanding and expand their network in these dynamic fields.