What is an Equine Attorney — and what does an Equine Attorney do?
An equine attorney is someone who has in-depth knowledge of the horse industry as well as the laws that relate to the industry. Equine attorneys draft, review and negotiate contracts used by equine professionals and non-professionals. Typical contracts include purchase agreements, breeding contracts, boarding contracts, lease agreements, liability waivers, labor agreements and much more. Equine Lawyers represent people who have allegedly violated the rules set forth by the governing association for the sport, such as alleged drug violations with the United States Equestrian Federation. Equine attorneys help owners, grooms and trainers with immigration issues. Equine lawyers advise and help business clients evaluate the appropriate way to organize, whether it be a limited liability company (LLC), partnership or corporation. They help people working in the horse industry to avoid or limit their liability within their activities in the sport. They can assist those involved in zoning dispu
