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Sidley Represents Heath Freeman in the Acquisition of the San Jose Earthquakes

November 13, 2026

Sidley is representing Heath Freeman, a sports, media, and real estate executive and a founding member of Alden Global Capital, in his acquisition of the San Jose Earthquakes from John Fisher and Partners. The transaction has been approved by Major League Soccer’s Board of Governors, and following closing, Freeman will become the Earthquakes’ principal owner and represent the club on the MLS Board of Governors.

The Sidley team is led by David D’Urso (M&A and Private Equity) and includes Daniel Belke, Tony Feuerstein, and James Lochrie (M&A and Private Equity); and Evie Whiting and Ally Levy (Entertainment, Sports and Media).