ABOUT OUR EQUINE LAWYERS

Schelstraete Equine Law is a leading international law firm of expert equine lawyers, delivering strategic legal solutions to clients operating in the global horse industry. With over 40 years of combined experience, our team advises on complex, cross-border matters at the intersection of equine law and sports law.

Our equine lawyers operate at the highest level of the international equine sector, supporting owners, riders, trainers, investors, and equine businesses worldwide. We are trusted for our ability to navigate complex legal challenges in a fast-moving, global industry where precision, speed and discretion are essential.

With offices in the Netherlands, the United States, the Middle East, France, and the United Kingdom, we provide seamless cross-border legal support to clients in more than 50 countries. Our team operates 24/7 worldwide, ensuring that urgent and time-sensitive matters are handled immediately and efficiently.

As expert equine lawyers, we understand not only the legal framework, but also the commercial and operational realities of the international horse industry. Our multidisciplinary team integrates legal expertise in equine law and sports law, in-house veterinary expertise, and commercial insights for investments and business structures.

This unique combination enables our experts to deliver practical, commercially driven and results-oriented legal solutions, grounded in both legal precision and veterinary understanding.