TOLEDO, OH – Michael A. Chapman has joined Shumaker as Of Counsel in its Corporate, Tax and Transactions Service Line, bringing with him extensive experience in the sports law arena.“As Americans continue to invest in sports, it is imperative we are well-positioned to help our clients thrive as the market continues to explode. Michael’s ability to provide strategic, business-minded solutions to legal issues will benefit clients in the rapidly changing landscape of collegiate and professional sports,” said Partner and Corporate, Tax and Transactions Regional Service Line Leader Scott Aubry.

Robert Boland; image courtesy of Shumaker.Gittings Global - NE97633

Michael is the second addition to the Sports Law Team in the past six months. In July, Robert Boland joined the group as Of Counsel. His practice centers on collegiate and professional sports, including name, image, and likeness (NIL) matters, where he helps clients navigate the often-confusing web of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and various state laws to earn compensation for the use of their personas in areas such as advertising and social media.ABOUT SHUMAKER: Founded in 1925, the Shumaker team of more than 300 lawyers and advisors is a premier provider of legal and legislative solutions, focused on being a positive and impactful difference maker for our clients and in the communities we serve. Shumaker has offices in Florida, Ohio, North Carolina, and South Carolina.