Gowling WLG has been appointed the sole legal adviser to the 2022 Commonwealth Games, following a "rigorous tender process".

The firm will advise on corporate governance, procurement and general commercial matters, as well as brand protection, disputes and risk management.

Gowling's team, led by corporate partner Michael Luckman,, will work alongside Birmingham 2022′s chief legal officer Caroline McGrory (also Leicester City's general counsel) during the next three years.