Piotr Wawrzyniak
Piotr Wawrzyniak is co-managing partner of Schelstraete Equine Law and an experienced equine lawyer specializing in international equine business law and sports law. With nearly 20 years of experience, he advises and represents riders, owners, investors, and equestrian businesses worldwide on complex legal matters, including transactions, disputes, and regulatory issues within the global equine and sports industries.
Together with managing partner Luc Schelstraete, he has grown Schelstraete Equine Law into a leading global law firm, with offices and alliances in the Netherlands, the United States, the Middle East, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Belgium. The firm’s team consists of over 30 professionals, including lawyers, paralegals, and a veterinarian, combining legal precision with in-depth equine expertise.
Areas of Expertise
Piotr Wawrzyniak advises and represents prominent clients on all major aspects of equine law and sports law matters, such as:
- Equine contracts and transactions
- International litigation and dispute resolution
- Corporate structures and investments in the equine industry
- Family office advisory
- Doping and disciplinary proceedings before the Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), with an established track record of representing clients at the highest level of international sport.
- Sports law, including matters under the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) framework
- Due diligence in equine deals
Piotr has an established track record of advising and representing national and international clients in complex equine and sports disputes, combining sharp legal strategy with in-depth knowledge of the international equine and sports sector. An overview of recent case results can be found in our news section.
International Practice & Industry Involvement
Piotr Wawrzyniak is actively engaged in the international equine and sports law community. He regularly attends leading equine law and sports law conferences to stay at the forefront of regulatory and legal developments within the sector.
In addition, he is a familiar presence at major equestrian events and competitions, maintaining close connections with clients and industry stakeholders worldwide. Recent conferences and events can be found in our news section.
Contact Piotr Wawrzyniak
Whether you have a specific legal question or need strategic advice or representation, Piotr Wawrzyniak and our team of international equine lawyers are ready to assist you.
Head Office
Hoflaan 7-9,
5223 LT
’s-Hertogenbosch
The Netherlands