Sathya S. Gosselin Named to Lexology Index’s Sports & Gaming List for 2025

Lexology Index (formerly Who’s Who Legal) has once again recognized Sathya S. Gosselin, partner in Washington, D.C., as a “recommended” lawyer in its Sports & Gaming – USA guide for 2025. The report spotlights distinguished attorneys advising clients across sports, gaming, leisure, and related regulatory and commercial matters.

Sathya brings nearly two decades of high-stakes litigation expertise, spanning antitrust, commercial, and sports & entertainment law, to a select roster of clients facing complex legal challenges. His hands-on approach to litigation ensures close collaboration with specialized teams to deliver optimal outcomes at both trial and appellate levels.

Among his most notable representations:

In re National Football League’s Sunday Ticket Antitrust Litigation — As trial counsel for residential and commercial subscribers, Sathya contended that NFL media-rights agreements suppressed competition and inflated prices on out-of-market game telecasts. The jury awarded $4.7 billion in damages (subject to a subsequent ruling on a motion for judgment as a matter of law and now on appeal).
O’Bannon v. NCAA — Sathya was instrumental in securing injunctive relief and permanent gains for college athletes in this landmark antitrust case. The decision set enduring precedent for fairness in collegiate sports.

He continues to be a go-to litigator in disputes that intersect sports, media, and antitrust law, reinforcing his reputation as a strategic advocate in evolving sectors.

Lexology’s research methodology combines qualitative feedback and quantitative analysis to ensure a rigorous evaluation framework. Its team canvasses recommendations from clients and leading practitioners, while also corroborating insights with detailed datasets built on more than 25 years of market research. This hybrid approach provides companies and law firms with a reliable assessment of the most accomplished lawyers in each field.

View the full list of honorees recognized as leaders in their field here.

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