Brandon Leopoldus is a highly skilled California-based attorney and the founder of Leopoldus Law, APC. With a specialized focus on Sports Law, Brandon brings a wealth of knowledge and strategic insight to his role as Of Counsel with Laborde Legal Group, offering unparalleled legal expertise to clients across the sports, entertainment, and corporate sectors.

Practice Areas
  • Sports Law
  • Business Law
  • Corporate Structuring
  • Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Rights
  • Intellectual Property Protection
  • Entertainment Law
Commitment to the Sports Industry

Brandon has a notable history of representing high-profile clients, including professional sports franchises, unions, Olympians, athletes, sports officials, and entertainment industry leaders. His achievements include developing the legal structure for a new hockey league, acting as Interim Counsel for a Major League Soccer (MLS) team, and advising the Association of Minor League Umpires during the COVID-19 pandemic. Brandon’s expertise also extends to collegiate athletes, supporting their transition to professional careers and maximizing returns on their NIL rights.

Professional Leadership and Community Engagement

As a recognized leader in sports law, Brandon frequently speaks at industry conferences, guest lectures at law schools, and actively participates in panels at the Sports Lawyers Association’s Annual Conference. His contributions to the legal field also include an informative LinkedIn video series where he shares insights on current sports law topics.

Community and Professional Affiliation
  • Member, Sports Lawyers Association (Award-Winning)
  • Member, Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association
  • Member, Sports and Entertainment Society
  • Adjunct Instructor, Loyola Law School – Los Angeles (Sports Law)
Personal Background

Before becoming an attorney, Brandon spent several years as an umpire in Minor League Baseball, with one memorable feature on ESPN’s SportsCenter. Outside of his legal career, Brandon enjoys time with his family and his dog, Harvey, named after Hall of Fame umpire Doug Harvey.

Education and Licensure

Brandon holds an active license in the State of California.