James Thorndyke practices in the area of sport, media and entertainment, intellectual property and general commercial disputes with a particular focus on regulatory and disciplinary issues within sport. With over 15 years of experience, his clients include event organisers, sport governing bodies, rights holders, athletes, well-known media personalities and artists.

James has particular focus and expertise in regulatory and disciplinary issues within sport as well as enforcing ticket terms and conditions to major sporting events and assisting clients with protecting and enforcing their brands. He has handled several high-profile matters, usually in the High Court, and his cases routinely involve urgent advice and action.

Over the years, James has worked on many notable disputes within sport, media and entertainment often involving cross border issues.

He is known for his personable nature and for providing clients with sound commercial advice and innovative solutions to their disputes.

Since 2020, James has been recognised as a ‘Leading Individual’ lawyer in Sport in England and Wales.