Commonwealth Games England is pleased to announce Macfarlanes as its new Official Legal Partner.

Macfarlanes will provide legal services to Team England as an official partner for the 2026 Commonwealth Games cycle. The law firm will advise Commonwealth Games England on a range of services including commercial and contract matters, employment law and data protection.

CEO of Team England, Mark Osikoya, noted the significance of the new partnership. He said: "We are delighted to welcome Macfarlanes as part of the team here at Commonwealth Games England. They have an outstanding reputation in their sector and with the provision of legal services playing a vital role in our preparations for the 2026 Games, we look forward to building a successful partnership with them."

Macfarlanes partner Rosie Duckworth said: “We’re very excited to be partnering with Commonwealth Games England. It’s an honour to support Team England and a privilege to be involved with the iconic Commonwealth Games.” 

Macfarlanes is a London-based law firm, uniquely shaped to meet the evolving needs of its clients. With a distinctive blend of expertise and a forward-thinking culture, the firm is well-positioned to address complex challenges and drive innovation. Its sports practice is a leading cross-departmental group, headed by partners who are each highly regarded in their respective fields. The team provides comprehensive legal advice to a wide range of clients in the sports industry, including owners, investors, professional tours, teams, sponsors, rights-holders, and sports organisations.