Patrick H. Strong is a Sports Attorney in the Firm’s Birmingham office and works with Russ Campbell in the Firm’s Sports Group, B&B Sports. His practice focuses on representing collegiate and professional coaches as well as professional athletes.
Russ and Patrick represent some of the most respected coaches in the country, including:
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Bobby Petrino – University of Arkansas (HC)
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Gene Chizik – Auburn University (HC)
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Larry Fedora – University of Southern Mississippi (HC)
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Sonny Dykes – Louisiana Tech University (HC)
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Mark Hudspeth - University of Louisiana (HC)
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Bryan Harsin - University of Texas (OC)
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Ray Tanner - University of South Carolina Baseball (HC)
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Garrick McGee - University of Arkansas (OC)
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Joe Whitt - Green Bay Packers
Patrick is also a registered agent, certified as a Contract Advisor by the National Football League Players Association and has experience working with players selected in the MLB Draft, NFL Draft and those who come into the League as Undrafted Free Agents. In addition to negotiating player contracts, Patrick regularly develops pre-Draft training programs for players and counsels players on the business side of things as well, ensuring B&B Sports clients are prepared for life, both on and off the field.
Before focusing exclusively on the B&B Sports, Patrick spent several years in the Firm’s Litigation practice and has significant legal experience in the courtroom. Patrick regularly handled cases involving electrical accidents, property disputes, motor vehicle accidents, and lead-based paint claims. Additionally, Patrick was involved with the Firm’s Joint Use practice, assisting with representing investor owned utilities with regulatory matters before the Federal Communications Commission.
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
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Registered Agent (Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas & North Carolina)
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National Football League Players Association, Member, Contract Advisor