S1E23 - From Courtrooms to Contracts: Navigating Sports, Entertainment, and Business Law with Jeremy Evans

Business Talk with Meghan McNulty

In this episode, Meghan speaks with Jeremy Evans, a leader in sports and entertainment law, about insights that every business owner can use. Jeremy shares how he built his brand “California Sports Lawyer” by combining his legal skills with a passion for sports, and he discusses the challenges and strategies involved in running a solo practice, building a brand, and finding ways to diversify income.

The conversation also covers key legal issues beyond sports, like contract negotiation, intellectual property protection, and reputation management in the age of social media. Jeremy provides an inside look at the current NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) rights landscape, social media’s impact on athlete compensation, and new trends like morality clauses—all important points for business owners focused on protecting their brand.

For those interested in personal brand-building or content creation, Jeremy talks about staying authentic and creating meaningful content. He also highlights the importance of community involvement and mentorship, emphasizing the balance between professional goals and personal life—an approach that resonates with business owners looking to make a broader impact.

About Meghan’s Guest Jeremy M. Evans, an award-winning attorney, is the Founder and Managing Attorney of California Sports Lawyer®, based in Los Angeles and Newport Beach. Specializing in entertainment, media, and sports law, Jeremy advises Fortune 500 companies, entrepreneurs, and talent on complex contract and intellectual property negotiations. He is also the host and executive producer of The California Sports Lawyer® podcast, the world’s top sports law show, has contributed columns to California Sports Lawyer®, Barrett Sports Media, Sports Radio America, and DodgersNation.com on industry trends, legal insights, and sports commentary.

Formerly President of the California Lawyers Association, Jeremy now leads the California Lawyers Foundation and serves on the Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation Board.

His academic credentials include an M.B.A. in Entertainment, Media, & Sports Management and an LL.M. in Entertainment, Media, & Sports Law from Pepperdine University, a J.D. from Thomas Jefferson School of Law, and a B.A. in Political Science from UCLA.

Learn more at www.csllegal.com