Restructuring and Reorganization, Sports Law Attorney Jeffrey Schlerf Joins Stinson in Tampa

09.25.2024

Stinson LLP is pleased to welcome Jeffrey Schlerf to the firm's Tampa office. Schlerf joins as of counsel in the firm's Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights and Sports & Recreation practices. He also maintains an office in Wilmington, Delaware, to support work in that jurisdiction. 

"Jeff is a fantastic addition to our bankruptcy practice," Stinson's Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights Practice Division Chair Ed Caldie said. "His impressive track record in financial restructuring and corporate reorganization, paired with his unique and in-depth knowledge of the business of sports, brings an invaluable perspective to the firm."

Schlerf has a proven record of success advising on creditors' rights, financial restructuring and corporate reorganization matters for over 30 years. His diverse skill set has allowed him to effectively represent creditors, debtors, committees, trustees, purchasers and other parties in major U.S. restructurings, including those involving professional sports teams. Schlerf's extensive understanding of both the legal and business aspects of the sports industry enable him to provide clients with counsel on a range of issues that organizations face, including complex financial challenges and other business-related matters.

"The addition of Jeff reflects our ongoing commitment to strategic growth and expanding our capabilities not just in Florida, but in other markets, including through his continued work in Delaware," Stinson's Tampa Office Managing Partner Marc Weintraub said. "Jeff's extensive knowledge and experience providing comprehensive and insightful counsel will be instrumental as we continue to provide exceptional service to our clients."

During his career, Schlerf has been an equity partner and office practice leader at an AmLaw 100 firm and the chairman of another firm. In addition to his legal practice, Schlerf has been engaged in the community and his profession in various activities, including more recently serving as chair of the American Bar Association's Business Law Section's Sports Law Committee. He is also co-owner of a Minor League Baseball franchise and a William & Mary Law School adjunct professor.

Schlerf earned his J.D. from William & Mary and a master's degree in sports industry management from Georgetown University. He also earned a master's degree from the University of Delaware and an undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania.