Equine Law

Overview

TCBG provides comprehensive equine law representation grounded in deep industry knowledge and strong litigation experience. We assist horse owners, trainers, breeders, show organizations, and equine professionals with every facet of the horse business—including sales and lease disputes, co-ownership structures, boarding and training agreements, injury and liability claims, breeding and registration issues, regulatory and show-related matters, employment concerns, insurance coverage, and nonprofit compliance. Serving clients throughout Florida and across the country, we handle both transactions and high-stakes disputes with a trial-ready approach that protects horses, business interests, and reputations.

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Our Equine Law Practice

Equine law spans many areas of business and litigation. We regularly advise and represent clients in matters involving:

• Sales and Leases – Preventing and resolving disputes over nondisclosure, soundness, or misrepresentation.
• Co-Ownership and Syndications – Structuring agreements on voting rights, expense and profit sharing, and exit strategies to avoid conflict.
• Boarding and Training – Drafting contracts, resolving unpaid board or training disputes, and minimizing liability risk.
• Injury and Liability – Litigating negligence and other legal claims under state equine activity statutes.
• Breeding and Registration – Preparing breeding agreements, addressing semen quality disputes, and parentage or registry challenges.
• Regulatory & Show Matters – Responding to rule violations, disciplinary proceedings, and competition or breed agency matters (including USEF/FEI).
• Employment and Labor – Advising barns and owners on worker classification, workers compensation, and wage and hour issues.
• Asset Protection and Insurance – Ensuring proper coverage and litigating disputes with insurers.
• Rescues & Non-Profits – Supporting nonprofit organizations with governance, liability, and compliance issues.

Who We Represent

Our clients include:

• Horse owners and investors buying, selling, and leasing performance, breeding, and pleasure horses.
• Trainers, riders, and barn managers overseeing horse care and management and client relationships.
• Breeders, stallion owners, and foaling specialists.
• Show management and event venues responsible for safety, liability, and compliance.
• Competitors at all levels in national and international horse show organizations.
• Veterinarians, farriers, and other equine professionals in professional negligence or malpractice accusations. 

While many of our clients are based in Florida’s major equestrian centers—Ocala, Wellington, and the surrounding areas—we understand the horse industry is highly mobile. We regularly assist clients nationwide and internationally, coordinating with local counsel, governing bodies, and regulatory authorities wherever horses, people, or disputes may travel.

Transactions and Disputes

We advise on deals, contracts, and organizational structures to keep operations running smoothly—but we are also trial lawyers. Every agreement, correspondence, and pleading is prepared with the courtroom in mind. That approach creates leverage in negotiations and ensures clients are fully protected if litigation becomes necessary.

Why It Matters

Equine disputes rarely fit neatly into one area of law. They often involve property rights, insurance coverage, and the rules of equestrian sport-governing bodies. We understand how these areas overlap, and we know how to navigate them effectively. Our goal is simple: to protect the value of your horses, your business, and your reputation.

Ready to Protect Your Horse Investment?

Contracts, statutes, show rules, and insurance policies—not barn etiquette or industry standard—decide who pays when something goes wrong. We know how much your horse and your investment mean to you. Protect yourself with experienced counsel and gain peace of mind knowing your horse-related interests are secure.