We identify, negotiate, and secure Name, Image & Likeness deals that maximize your earning potential while protecting your eligibility and long-term brand value.
Every contract reviewed line-by-line by a licensed Pennsylvania attorney. We catch predatory clauses, protect your rights, and ensure full PA law compliance on every deal.
NFLPA-certified representation with a coaching background. We understand the game at every level — from high school recruiting to NFL draft preparation and professional contracts.
We connect you with trusted financial advisors, accountants, and tax professionals. Business bank account setup, investment strategy, and wealth preservation from day one.
We personally form your LLC, open your business bank account alongside you, and build the legal infrastructure that protects your earnings and establishes your brand as a business.
Estate planning to protect your family's future, plus expert navigation of eligibility disputes and buyout damages. We handle the legal complexities so you can focus on competing.
Name, Image & Likeness (NIL) opportunities have transformed athlete compensation — but only for those with expert guidance. The NIL marketplace is fragmented, fast-moving, and filled with inexperienced middlemen looking to take a cut.
At Process Sports Management, we leverage our network of brand partners, marketing agencies, and established NIL deal platforms to identify legitimate opportunities aligned with your personal brand and values. We don't just find deals — we negotiate hard, structure them to minimize tax exposure, and ensure every contract protects your eligibility and future earning potential.
Our track record includes deals ranging from local PA businesses to national brands, covering sports apparel, trading cards, social media ambassadorships, and premium content partnerships.
Every contract you sign carries risk — and as an athlete, you're signing more contracts than most professionals ever will. Endorsement deals, name deals, sponsorships, representation agreements, transfer agreements, and more. One badly drafted clause can cost you hundreds of thousands.
Our licensed Pennsylvania attorney reviews every single contract before you sign. We identify predatory language, non-compete clauses that could limit your future earnings, indemnification provisions that expose you to liability, and tax implications you may not have considered. We don't just flag problems — we negotiate fixes.
This service alone has saved our athletes from multi-six-figure mistakes. As Joe says: "Your career is your business. Protect it like it is."
Being an agent isn't just a title — it's a responsibility. Joseph A. Frio, Esq. isn't just NFLPA-certified; he's an active football coach at Saint Joseph's Preparatory School with 7+ years negotiating NFL contracts alongside experienced agents Hadley Engelhard and James Ulrich. That experience matters when you're navigating college to professional transitions and career-defining negotiations.
We represent athletes across football, basketball, and other sports at every stage: college recruiting guidance, mid-career transfers, draft preparation, professional contract negotiation, and career longevity planning. We understand not just the contracts, but the playbooks — the recruiting timelines, the portal windows, the draft implications, the professional market value.
Your agent should know the game. Ours does — and it shows in how we position you, negotiate your deals, and protect your future.
A six-figure NIL deal isn't worth much if you don't know how to manage it. Most college athletes have never earned significant money before — and suddenly they're navigating federal taxes, state taxes, business entity taxation, investment decisions, and financial planning with zero experience.
We don't manage your finances ourselves, but we connect you with vetted CPA firms, financial advisors, and wealth managers who specialize in working with young athletes. We help you understand the tax implications of every deal, establish a business banking structure from day one, and build a financial foundation that grows with your career.
Financial coordination starts on day one — not after you've made mistakes. We ensure you're set up for success, not scrambling to fix problems later.
Your personal brand is an asset — and assets need legal protection. Many athletes receive their first major NIL check without ever forming a business entity, which creates liability exposure, tax complications, and missed protection.
We personally form your LLC in Pennsylvania (or the state of your choice), establish the operating agreement, and set up your business banking infrastructure. This isn't outsourced work — Joe and his team handle it directly, ensuring it's done correctly and aligned with your overall legal and tax strategy.
An LLC formation takes days, but the protection it provides lasts your entire career. It separates your personal assets from your business activities, establishes a professional foundation for sponsorships and endorsements, and provides clarity to brands about how to contract with you. Plus, it's required for most serious NIL deals anyway.
Estate planning isn't just for wealthy retirees — it's for any young person earning significant income. A sudden injury, illness, or tragedy could impact your family's financial security. We help you establish wills, trusts, and beneficiary designations that protect your earnings and your family's future.
Beyond personal planning, we navigate the complex NCAA, conference, and professional eligibility landscape. Eligibility disputes, buyout implications, transfer portal complications, and post-career NIL opportunities all have legal dimensions. As a licensed attorney, Joe has the expertise to guide you through disputes, negotiate resolutions, and protect your eligibility when it matters most.
This is specialized work that most agents can't do. We can — and we do it proactively, not just in crisis mode.
Ready to add legal protection, professional representation, and strategic guidance to your athlete career? Let's talk.
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