Exeter City welcomes Wollens as Legal Services Partner

Wollens at the training ground

Exeter City Football Club is excited to announce a new strategic partnership with Wollens, appointing them as the club's official Legal Services Partner.

The partnership is set to enhance the club's operations, ensuring compliance, and providing comprehensive legal solutions across various facets of the organisation.

As part of the partnership, we are thrilled to announce the launch of a new internship programme. This innovative programme is designed to provide aspiring professionals with invaluable hands-on experience in the sport and legal sectors. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with both Wollens and Exeter City, gaining an understanding of the business and regulatory landscape. This forms part of both parties’ commitment to investing in talent.

Wollens, a leading law firm with a distinguished track record in sports law, will offer its extensive services in contract negotiations, player transfers, intellectual property rights, and regulatory compliance, along with a full range of commercial legal services. Their experienced team of legal professionals will work closely with Exeter City to safeguard the club's interests and foster sustainable growth. 

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Wollens with an Exeter City scarf

"We are thrilled to welcome Wollens as our new Legal Services Partner," said Jeremy Tipper, Chief Executive Officer at Exeter City Football Club. 

"Their expertise and commitment to excellence align perfectly with our club's values. They have shown a real desire to invest in talent through the internship programme which This partnership will not only strengthen our legal framework but also enable us to focus more on achieving our sporting ambitions."

Chris Hart, Chief Executive at Wollens added: "We are delighted to be working with Exeter City Football Club on this exciting partnership," 

"This collaboration brings together our legal and commercial expertise, creating a robust partnership that supports both the club's legal needs and its commercial activities.
Chris Hart, Chief Executive at Wollens.

"We are particularly proud of the new internship programme, which will offer aspiring professionals invaluable hands-on experience in the sports and legal sectors. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to excellence and investment in talent, and we look forward to a successful collaboration with Exeter City."