Georges St-Pierre's lawyer, James Quinn, says the UFC's contract is overly restrictive.
The contract's terms are akin to "something out of the 1940s," Quinn claims.
What happened?
Georges St-Pierre notified the UFC he was ready to fight again, but the promotion failed to schedule a fight within the contract's 10-day notice period.
Why it matters for Georges St-Pierre
The UFC's contract conflicts with St-Pierre's sponsorship deal with Under Armour, which could result in financial losses for the fighter.
What comes next?
Quinn remains open to negotiating a new contract with the UFC, but a court date seems imminent if an agreement cannot be reached.
The UFC offered Georges St-Pierre a fight against Robbie Lawler, but Lawler had previously withdrawn from a fight due to injury.
Georges St-Pierre hired James Quinn after his comeback discussions with the UFC's new owners stalled.
Quinn believes the contract's terms would not hold up in front of a judge, citing the restrictive nature of the agreement.
The UFC's new ownership and Reebok sponsorship deal have created tension in the negotiations with Georges St-Pierre.
Georges St-Pierre wants to fight, but on his own terms, and is willing to explore options outside of the UFC if necessary.
The lawyer's efforts have sparked a potential legal battle over Georges St-Pierre's fighting future.
The contract dispute has left Georges St-Pierre's future in the UFC uncertain, with a resolution still to be determined.