Did you know more than three million people are involved in equestrian activity in the UK? It is believed that there are more horses in the Country now than at any time since before World War One.

All of this activity brings financial and legal responsibility. Specialist legal advice is therefore essential.

The Equine world is unique and diverse, with its own set of terminology and complex rules and regulations. Whether you are involved in the buying and selling of horses, the running of a riding school or simply someone who enjoys riding or working with horses, it is comforting to know that specialist legal advice is available. This firm’s Equine team understand the practical and legal issues surrounding this area. They are here to listen and to help whether you are a business or an individual.

ABD’s Equine Team is developing associations with The British Horse Society, British Eventing and with the Equine Division of Wiltshire College Lackham. The team comprises Andrew Douglas, Nicola Newton and Peter Johnson.

We can advise you in the following areas:

Contracts

• Loan Agreements
• Livery Agreements
• Buying & Selling horses
• Grazing Agreements

Employment Issues

• Hiring
• Firing
• Retaining staff
• Health & Safety issues for employers

Personal Injury & Accident

• You as a rider suffering an accident
• Your horse being involved in an accident

Land/Property Issues

• Purchases
• Sales
• Tenancies
• Boundaries
• Planning
• Rates

Business Advice

• Partnerships
• Companies
• Tax Planning
• Licences