2026 Entertainment & Sports Law Symposium

The 2026 Entertainment & Sports Law Symposium, organized by the Cleveland State University College of Law, is a comprehensive virtual event scheduled for Friday, April 3, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This symposium aims to bring together leading practitioners from the sports, entertainment, and arts industries to explore the evolving role of legal professionals in these dynamic fields.

The program features a keynote address by Bob Boland, offering insights into athletic governance, crisis management, and the changing legal landscape of collegiate sports. Additionally, four focused panels will cover topics such as athlete representation, the role of in-house counsel, the business aspects of entertainment law, and the intersection of law and the arts. Panelists include professionals from organizations like The Sherwin-Williams Company, Jacksonville Jaguars, Uber, Tornante Television, and Cleveland Public Theater.

Designed for both students and professionals, the symposium provides a platform to discuss traditional and nontraditional career pathways in sports and entertainment law. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with industry experts, gain practical knowledge, and explore various facets of legal practice within these sectors.

Registration for the symposium is free, making it accessible to a wide audience interested in the legal dimensions of the entertainment and sports industries.