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Karl J. Sleight Named to City & State New York’s 2025 Casino & Sports Betting Trailblazers List

June 23, 2025 | Press Releases

Lippes Mathias today announced that partner Karl J. Sleight has been recognized by City & State New York on its 2025 Casino & Sports Betting Trailblazers list. The annual list highlights individuals playing a key role in the continued evolution of gaming and sports betting in New York, as the state moves closer to awarding three downstate casino licenses.

Sleight, a partner in the firm’s Albany office, advises clients involved in the competitive licensing process for downstate casino projects and counsels professional sports leagues on matters related to mobile sports betting. His background also includes consulting roles in the racing industry and prior service as executive director of the former New York State Ethics Commission.

The Trailblazers list recognizes attorneys, executives, regulators, and other professionals who are shaping the legal and business landscape of the gaming sector, including those advancing new developments in technology, regulation, and market access.

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