Lawyers for event companies and the MICE sector

Lawyers specialized in legal advice for the MICE sector

Our team specialized in advising event companies and the MICE sector can help you with the main legal issues that arise.

The sector known as MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) includes companies and hotel professionals dedicated to the niche market of on-site events, such as congresses, fairs, art exhibitions and other types of business tourism. Therefore, so many particularities and casuistry come into play that it is essential for companies in the MICE sector to have expert lawyers to put on paper all the legal needs that allow them to carry out the activity with all the guarantees.

Comprehensive advice on special employment arrangements for artists, in compliance with specific labor and tax regulations.
Representation and advice in individual or collective termination proceedings, negotiations with employees, and the management of labor disputes.
Advice on managing labor relations with employees hired through temporary staffing agencies (ETT), ensuring regulatory compliance and the proper application of collective bargaining agreements in the MICE sector.
Drafting and reviewing employment contracts for temporary workers, in accordance with current labor laws, to enhance the organization’s flexibility.
Designing and implementing legal strategies for team restructuring, including collective layoffs (ERE), departmental reorganization, and outplacement programs.
Contracts for self-employed individuals and freelancers, avoiding risks of employment dependency or false self-employment.

Relationships with suppliers: negotiating contract terms and conditions, reviewing critical clauses, and taking action to recover unpaid amounts in the event of a breach of contract.
Legal advice on obtaining the necessary permits and licenses for organizing events, exhibitions, conferences, etc.
Reviewing insurance policies and coverage against common risks, such as cancellations, accidents, or damage to third parties.
Legal defense and representation in civil liability cases arising from incidents during events, damage to facilities, or breaches of contract.
Drafting of force majeure clauses and protections against unforeseen circumstances that may arise in companies within the MICE and event management sectors.
Mediation and arbitration: resolving disputes without going to court, promoting swift, efficient solutions agreed upon by the parties involved.

Drafting of privacy policies, terms of use, and cookie policies for websites and applications.
Advice on compliance with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
Privacy audits to identify risks and ensure the protection of personal data.
Management of data breaches and notification to competent authorities and affected parties.
Advice on regulations applicable to online sales, including both privacy and terms and conditions.
Legal assistance in cases of cyberattacks, hacking, and/or data theft.

Advice on the allocation of intellectual property rights, exploitation rights, and reproduction rights for protected content used by MICE companies.
Negotiations with artists participating in events, conferences, and exhibitions regarding the use of their image and their work.
Registration and protection of copyrights for original digital content: software, web design, databases, etc.
Advice on brand management and protection in both online and offline settings.
Resolution of disputes involving plagiarism, trademark infringement, and copyright infringement.

Drafting and negotiating terms and conditions in sponsorship agreements for sponsors and organizers.
Defining obligations related to exclusivity, special clauses, or specific sponsorship benefits for events, conferences, conventions, etc.
Drafting of clauses regarding cancellation, force majeure, and dispute resolution.
Advice on applicable local and/or international regulations, depending on the scope and nature of the sponsorship and the event.
Resolution of conflicts in the event of overlaps with other sponsors.
Legal representation in cases of breach of contracts and sponsorship agreements for MICE events.
Mediation or arbitration to resolve disputes without going to court.
Verification of compliance with ethical standards by sponsors and organizers.

Advice during the preliminary stages of buying or selling event companies.
Support in negotiations and drafting letters of intent.
Analysis and/or due diligence processes.
Non-compete agreements and transaction closings.

If you are a company dedicated to events or the MICE sector in general, choose the best advice for your activity to develop smoothly. Contact our team of expert lawyers in the sector.