Texas Sports, Gaming & Entertainment Law Attorney

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The sports, gaming, and entertainment industries move fast, contracts are signed quickly, regulations shift without warning, and the cost of a bad deal or compliance failure can be career-ending. Attorney Robert R. Flores is a member of the Texas Entertainment and Sports Law Section with over a decade of experience representing athletes, artists, gaming operators, promoters, and production companies. He has been selected as a Premier 100 Trial Attorney and brings both courtroom experience and industry knowledge that is rare in South Texas.

What We Handle

Our sports, gaming, and entertainment practice covers the full range of legal needs in these industries, from contract negotiation and intellectual property protection to regulatory compliance and dispute resolution.

Sports Law

• Athlete representation, contract negotiation, and review
• Endorsement and sponsorship agreements
• Sports event promotion and licensing, boxing, MMA, and other combat sports
• Dispute resolution between athletes, agents, and teams

Entertainment Law

• Artist representation, recording, performance, and licensing contracts
• Music and film production agreements
• Intellectual property, copyright, trademark, and licensing
• Venue and event contracts
• TABC licensing and Dram Shop Act defense for nightclubs and entertainment venues
• Cable and satellite piracy defense under 47 U.S.C. §605 and 47 U.S.C. §553
• Unauthorized interception and use of cable television claims

Gaming Law

• Chapter 47 game room compliance and defense (Texas Penal Code)
• Poker room and game room operator representation
• Gaming licensing and regulatory compliance
• Game room seizure defense and forfeiture cases
• Nightclub and venue regulatory matters

Why Attorney Robert R. Flores

Attorney Flores has built a notable career representing clients across all three sectors. He understands both the business side and the legal landscape. He has successfully negotiated high-stakes contracts, secured intellectual property rights, and navigated complex regulatory requirements for clients ranging from emerging artists and athletes to established gaming operators and promoters.

Critically, Attorney Flores is one of the few attorneys in South Texas with real experience in Chapter 47 game room law, a highly specialized and frequently litigated area where the wrong attorney can cost a client their entire operation. He also handles cable and satellite piracy defense under federal statute, representing bars and venues that receive unauthorized signals from commercial providers, a niche area where prosecutions are common, and the fines are severe.

Credentials & Memberships

• Texas Entertainment and Sports Law Section, active member
• Premier 100 Trial Attorneys, American Association of Trial Attorneys
• Legal counsel to the Texas Game Room Owner's Association
• Representation of athletes, artists, gaming companies, promoters, and production firms

Protecting Your Career, Your Business, and Your Brand

Whether you're an athlete negotiating your first major contract, a gaming operator facing a regulatory challenge, or a venue dealing with a piracy claim, Attorney Flores is ready to protect your interests with the experience and tenacity this industry demands.

Contact the Law Offices of Robert R. Flores today at (956) 329-1099 for a confidential consultation, or visit our office to learn more about your legal options.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Absolutely. Entertainment and sports contracts are written to favor the party with more leverage, usually the label, team, or brand. Attorney Flores reviews and negotiates these contracts with an eye toward protecting your rights, your royalties, and your future opportunities. A one-time legal review can save years of regret.

  • Chapter 47 of the Texas Penal Code governs gambling offenses, and game room operators must navigate it carefully to stay compliant. The line between legal skill-based gaming and illegal gambling is often contested, and law enforcement frequently targets game rooms with raids and equipment seizures. Attorney Flores represents game room owners in compliance planning, seizure defense, and forfeiture cases, and serves as legal counsel to the Texas Game Room Owner's Association.

  • Under the Texas Dram Shop Act, a bar, nightclub, or restaurant can be held liable for injuries caused by an intoxicated patron if the establishment provided alcohol to someone who was "obviously intoxicated." Attorney Flores defends venues against Dram Shop Act claims and advises on policies and training to reduce liability exposure.

  • If your bar or restaurant shows boxing matches, UFC events, or other premium programming without a commercial license, you may be violating 47 U.S.C. §605 or §553. Fines can reach $110,000 per violation, plus attorney's fees. Attorney Flores defends venues against these federal claims and advises on proper commercial licensing.

  • Both. Attorney Flores frequently provides legal services to emerging artists and athletes who need professional representation but may not yet have the profile of a major-label or pro-league client. Early legal counsel is one of the best investments a rising talent can make.

  • Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.