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Equine Law
Specialist equine law solicitors
We offer specialist equine legal advice, from horse purchases and disputes to grazing licenses, equestrian business/property sales and regulatory issues.
112
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Expert equine law solicitors for horse owners, riders and businesses
Practical legal advice tailored to the equestrian world
Tees is proud to introduce a dedicated equine law department, led by Chris Hook, one of the UK’s leading equine solicitors.
Whether you’re a professional in the equine industry or a passionate horse owner, legal challenges can be complex and costly. Our solicitors understand the unique nature of horse ownership and the rural business landscape. We can advise on contracts of sale and purchase, ownership disputes, livery agreements, grazing rights, and veterinary negligence claims.
Understanding the rural and equestrian context
Many of our solicitors have first-hand experience in the equestrian world and rural business. We speak your language and will work quickly to understand your situation to find practical solutions. We’re also part of the NFU Legal Panel, meaning we’re recognised nationally for our rural and agricultural expertise.
Chris Hook brings years of national and international level experience advising clients on all aspects of equine law. He regularly acts for those in the show jumping, eventing, dressage and horseracing world.
Personal and commercial needs
Our equine law work spans both personal and commercial needs. We can support clients through contract drafting, negotiation, dispute resolution and litigation if needed. Whether your issue is about the sale of a horse or a breakdown in a co-ownership arrangement, we’ll help you resolve matters quickly and cost-effectively.
We combine our specialist equine legal expertise with the resources of a leading regional law firm. That means joined-up support. If your equine matter involves property, business, or tax issues, our wider team and in-house independent financial advisers are ready to help.
Legal and financial advice
Tees is a Top-Tier Legal 500 firm with a multi-disciplinary team who can help you with all aspects related to business borrowing and other financial products. We have an in-house team of independent financial advisers who work closely with our legal teams to ensure joined-up first rate service. Our legal and financial specialists collaborate to deliver a cohesive and high-quality service, ensuring your business protection planning and implementation needs are fully met.
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The areas our equine solicitors can help you with include:
Our experience in equine law
The areas our equine lawyers can help you with include:
- Horse sale and purchase disputes – misrepresentation, breach of contract and The Consumer Rights Act 2015
- Livery agreements – drafting and resolving conflicts
- Horse ownership and loan agreements
- Ownership disputes – resolving contested ownership, shared ownership arrangements and loan breakdowns
- Grazing rights and land use – agreements, disputes and trespass claims involving equestrian land
- Veterinary negligence claims – advice and representation for horse owners facing loss or injury due to professional error
- Equine business advice – for riding schools, competition yards, breeders and trainers, including liability and insurance matters
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Commercial disputes
We’re experts in getting commercial disputes resolved so you can focus on running your business.
Corporate law
Our expert legal knowledge in all aspects of corporate law will help you towards business success.
Dispute resolution
We can help you with professional negligence claims, property disputes, conflicts with schools, consumer rights and advice for contesting a will.
Regulatory law
We advise and represent individuals and businesses on all aspects of regulatory law.
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Whether you’re a professional in the equine industry or a passionate horse owner, legal challenges can be complex and costly. Our solicitors understand the unique nature of horse ownership and the rural business landscape. We can advise on contracts of sale and purchase, ownership disputes, livery agreements, grazing rights, and veterinary negligence claims.
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Equine law FAQs
What is Equine Law?
Equine Law is a niche area of legal practice. It is the application of legal principles to all aspects of equestrian activities.
The equine industry is unique and it is vital that clients have access to a solicitor who really understands how it works so as to quickly grasp the key issues involved and achieve the best possible result.
At Tees Law we provide the full range of equine legal services from horse purchase disputes and agreements to representation before the governing body of each equestrian discipline.
If you have an equine law query, please get in contact.
Mis-sold a horse, can I get my money back?
One of our most common enquiries is from people who feel they have been mis-sold a horse. They want to know whether they have a claim and can get a refund. This can be a complicated area of law depending on the circumstances of the purchase. To help navigate this complex area, we have created this easy-to-use horse purchase dispute flow diagram. This should be read together with our article Horse Purchase Disputes & The Consumer Rights Act.
If you think you may have been mis-sold a horse or wish to discuss your situation further, please do not hesitate to call our equine law specialists.
