Michael Bower Equine law

Equine Law/Horse Disputes

01.06.2024 IMPORTANT NOTICE: 

DUE TO EXISTING COMMITMENTS AND UPCOMING COURT CASES MICHAEL IS UNABLE TO ACCEPT ANY ENQUIRIES OR NEW MATTERS AT THIS TIME. THE SITUATION WILL BE MONITORED ON A REGULAR BASIS. WE APOLOGISE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED.

Michael Bower heads up our Litigation Department which specialises in Equine Law and Horse Disputes.

As a keen horseman Michael provides legal advice and expertise backed by years of competing, breeding and owning ponies and horses.

Michael and his team are well versed in handling various types of equine disputes and issues that arise within the equestrian world enabling him to apply a depth of understanding that can make a real difference to the outcome of any equine case.

If you run a horse-based business (sales, livery yard, competition yard) the threat of litigation can be extremely worrying. This stress heightens when attempts to resolve disputes fail, when you are not responsible for the horse or pony injuries or when a significant amount of time has passed since the sale.

We specialise in:

  • Equine Disputes (Horse and Pony Disputes)
  • Sale & Purchase Disputes
  • Veterinary Disputes & Negligence Claims
  • Farrier or Blacksmith Disputes & Negligence Claims
  • Equine Service Disputes & Negligence Claims e.g. Equine Dentists
  • Agreements & Contracts e.g. Loan or Livery Agreements
  • Horse Insurance Claims & Disputes
  • Public Liability Issues
  • Land Disputes

If you don’t see what you’re looking for here please give us a call on 01535 662644, we're likely to be able to help.

Please note: Where both parties in a dispute are insured by the BHS (British Horse Society) and one party is already represented by the BHS's insurers we may be asked to respresent the other party.

While everyone hopes that disputes can be resolved amicably, seeking legal guidance early on is crucial. Our firm offers expertise that can simplify the legal process, provide a realistic assessment, and potentially prevent court proceedings.

To help make things a little easier we offer:

  • Site assessments e.g. for land and property disputes (by prior arrangement).
  • Home visits and out of hours appointments (by prior arrangement).
  • Off street parking.
  • Disabled parking and facilities.

How would you like to talk to us?


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