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NCAA Attorney Representation for Coaches, Athletic Administrators, and Universities

In the world of collegiate sports, navigating NCAA rules and compliance can be a daunting task. For college coaches, athletic administrators, and universities across the country, the consequences of NCAA infractions or investigations can be career-defining and program-altering. That’s where Masterly Legal Solutions comes in. Our NCAA attorney services are tailored to provide robust legal counsel in a range of areas, from NCAA compliance to infractions investigations, ensuring that our clients’ rights and reputations are protected.

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Why Trust Masterly Legal Solutions as Your Sports Law Attorney?

When you’re facing NCAA compliance challenges, you need a law firm that understands the unique pressures of college sports. Led by Andrew Rhoden, a former NCAA Division I college football coach and administrator, Masterly Legal Solutions offers more than just legal advice — we bring firsthand experience in navigating the complexities of collegiate athletics. As a former NCAA athlete, Andrew brings unique insights into the challenges faced by current college athletes. Andrew has negotiated college coaching contracts, guided coaches and administrators through NCAA investigations, and developed training programs for universities in Title IX, NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness), and NCAA compliance.

Moreover, Andrew has been recognized by Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers as one of the top sports law attorneys in the United States, further cementing his authority in the realm of sports law. His unique combination of legal and collegiate athletic experience gives him an unparalleled edge in defending clients in all NCAA matters.

Our NCAA Legal Services

Masterly Legal Solutions is deeply involved in a wide array of legal services aimed at ensuring that universities, athletic departments, and intercollegiate athletics programs comply with NCAA bylaws and that infractions cases are handled fairly. Our legal representation is designed to defend the rights of our clients, protect their careers, and minimize the long-term effects of any investigations or infractions.

NCAA Infractions Investigations and Compliance Audits

Facing an NCAA infractions investigation is one of the most stressful challenges for any coach or university. Whether it’s due to alleged recruiting violations, improper benefits, or other NCAA rules violations, the potential consequences can include suspension, termination, or even a loss of scholarships for the program.


At Masterly Legal Solutions, we are seasoned in guiding clients through NCAA infractions investigations. Our NCAA attorneys provide expert counsel in all stages of the investigation, from responding to NCAA inquiries to preparing for appearances before the NCAA Committee on Infractions, ensuring NCAA rules compliance. We make sure our clients understand the intricacies of NCAA rules and how to best navigate compliance audits to protect their careers and programs.

We specialize in:

  • NCAA infractions investigations
  • Internal compliance audits for universities and athletic programs
  • Representation before the NCAA Committee on Infractions
  • NCAA eligibility disputes

Our goal is to protect our clients’ rights while ensuring that their programs remain compliant with NCAA regulations.

Contract Negotiations and Renewals for Coaches

Coaches face unique challenges in collegiate athletics, often shouldering the weight of NCAA compliance for their teams. Our sports law attorneys have extensive experience negotiating contracts for coaches, ensuring that their rights are protected and that they are fairly compensated. We help coaches negotiate contract terms, including salary, benefits, and buyout provisions, while ensuring compliance with NCAA rules.


Andrew Rhoden has successfully negotiated contracts for college coaches and administrators across a range of NCAA sports, making sure that their agreements are tailored to their specific circumstances and career goals. Whether you are renegotiating an existing contract or entering into a new one, Masterly Legal Solutions will represent your interests every step of the way.

NCAA Compliance and Title IX Training

Compliance with NCAA bylaws and Title IX is essential for universities and athletic programs. Title IX, which prohibits sex-based discrimination in any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance, is a critical area of focus for universities to ensure they are not only providing equal opportunities but also protecting themselves from potential lawsuits.


Masterly Legal Solutions has developed comprehensive Title IX training programs for universities, athletic departments, and coaches. Our legal team works closely with schools to create effective compliance programs, ensuring that universities and their athletic programs meet all federal and NCAA requirements.


Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Guidance

The introduction of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights for college athletes has created a new set of challenges and opportunities for universities, coaches, and athletes. NIL deals allow student-athletes to profit from endorsements, sponsorships, and their personal brand, but they must comply with a strict set of NCAA rules.


At Masterly Legal Solutions, we help universities, coaches, and athletic departments navigate the complexities of NIL. We also collaborate with top sports agencies to review lucrative NIL contracts for student-athletes. Our sports law specialists ensure that all NIL contracts are compliant with NCAA bylaws, state laws, and protect the interests of both the university and the athlete.

Our NIL services include:

  • Advising on NCAA NIL regulations and state laws
  • NIL Training for Players, Coaches, and Administrators
  • NIL Audit of Athletic Department
  • NIL Policies and procedures for donors, collectives, and sponsors
  • NIL agreement drafting and compliance

We are dedicated to helping our clients stay ahead of the evolving landscape of NIL regulations while maximizing opportunities for their student-athletes.


Note: We are Not a Sports Agency.

NCAA Investigations and Appeals

If you are a coach, athletic administrator, student athlete, or university facing an NCAA investigation or school investigation, it is critical to have experienced legal representation. Our NCAA attorneys specialize in defending clients in infractions hearings, Title IX allegations, misconduct, internal investigations, and appeals.

Our team has successfully represented clients in:

  • NCAA infractions hearings
  • Appeals processes before the NCAA Infractions Appeals Committee
  • Eligibility disputes for student-athletes

We understand the long-term impact that NCAA investigations can have on careers and programs, and we work tirelessly to ensure that our clients receive a fair and thorough defense.

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