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Since 1990, "DUPONT-HISSEL" - a pioneer in this field - has developed a unique experience in international sports law, particularly in matters relating to European law.

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European law

Jean-Louis DUPONT and Martin HISSEL are also regularly involved in European law and international commercial arbitration cases, outside the professional sports sector.

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News and recent cases

Lassana DIARRA is claiming €65 million gross in compensation from FIFA and the Belgian Football Association

Lassana DIARRA is claiming €65 million gross (€35 million net) in compensation from FIFA and the Belgian Football Association (with interest continuing to accrue until the judgment is handed down).

Class Action by the Dutch foundation "Justice for Players"

See attached JfP's press release.

Judgment of the CJEU in the case of RFC Seraing v FIFA, UEFA and URBSFA (C-600/23):

the CJEU, sitting in Grand Chamber, ruled that the arbitral awards of the Court of Arbitration for Sport, since they result from compulsory arbitration imposed by the statutes of FIFA, UEFA and their members, have no res judicata effect within the European Union or even any probative force
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