Elizabeth G. McCurrach is a partner in BakerHostetler’s New York office and co-leader of the firm’s Sports Industry team. Named a 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Entertainment, Sports and Media Lawyer, she advises leading financial institutions, sports organizations, gaming operators, government entities and private clients in connection with high-stakes litigation, regulatory matters and complex cross-border disputes.
Elizabeth’s practice focuses on sophisticated commercial litigation, bankruptcy-related disputes, investigations and compliance matters. She represents clients through all phases of litigation, including motion practice, discovery, trial preparation and appeals, often in matters involving significant financial, regulatory and reputational risk. Her experience spans domestic and international matters, including disputes involving financial institutions, insolvency proceedings and cross-border investigations.
A recognized adviser in the sports and gaming sectors, Elizabeth counsels clients on the rapidly evolving legal and regulatory landscape surrounding sports betting, gaming and emerging industry developments. She has experience in both the establishment phase as well as advising on ongoing compliance with applicable regulatory regimes. She works with sports organizations, operators and stakeholders to identify risks, navigate regulatory requirements and develop practical strategies that align legal obligations with business objectives.
Elizabeth also advises clients on compliance and risk-management issues involving environmental regulations, FTC requirements, anti-corruption laws, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and import/export controls. She is valued for her ability to combine strategic legal judgment with a pragmatic understanding of her clients’ operational and business priorities.
Her commentary on litigation, financial disputes, sports law and gaming-related developments has been featured in Sports Business Journal, Sports Litigation Alert, Law360, Law360UK, The Legal Intelligencer and Financial Disputes.
