Equine Law

Whether you are a livery yard owner or client, horse owner or rider, event organiser or competitor, the pursuit of equestrian activities can be a risky business! If you are making a living from horses or simply enjoy recreational riding we can help if a legal problem arises.

At DFA Law you will find a team of dedicated professionals who speak your language and are passionate about achieving the best result for you. Our friendly team will be very pleased to assist you with any equine related legal matters.

ARE YOU A YARD OWNER? We can assist with:

• Livery Agreements
• Sale, purchase or lease of livery yards and land
• Negligence claims
• Employment disputes
• Employment contracts
• Insurance Disputes

ARE YOU A HORSE OWNER? We can assist with:

• Disputes arising from the sale and purchase of a horse or pony
• Making adequate provision for your horse after your death
• Accident claims involving horses
• Sale of your equine property
• Sale, purchase and lease of land
• Acquisition of smallholdings and farms
• Disputes relating to horseboxes
• Insurance disputes

ARE YOU AN EQUINE PROFESSIONAL? We can assist with:

• Defending professional negligence claims
• Preparing, negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts
• Drafting terms and conditions of business
• Employment related matters
• Sale, purchase and lease of business premises
• Partnership Agreements
• Assisting you with the resolution of Partnership disputes
• Structuring your business
• Incorporating a company