Our Middle East Office
Schelstraete Equine Law advises clients active in the Middle East equine industry within an international and cross-border context. We support owners, stables, investors and equine professionals involved in transactions, disciplinary and doping matters, corporate advisory and mediation.
Our firm operates with 24/7 availability and works closely with trusted local legal and industry professionals in the Middle East where required, ensuring matters are handled efficiently, discreetly and in line with local practices and regulatory frameworks.
By combining European equine law expertise with an international network, Schelstraete Equine Law delivers strategic, practical and legally sound solutions tailored to the complexity and sensitivities of Middle East–related equine matters.
Palm Crescent Street
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
Global leader in equine law and consultancy
Building on more than 40 years of experience and excellence, we provide strategic, cross-border legal services that uphold integrity, innovation, and professionalism.
Our expertise spans the full spectrum of the equine and sports industries, enabling clients to operate with confidence in a fast-evolving international environment.
With our deep industry insight and global presence, we are here to support you in navigating the dynamic world of equine and sports law.
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Availability for urgent legal matters
Meet the Team
Experienced legal professionals dedicated to your success.
Zachary Calo
Attorney-at-law
Our Expertise
We combine specialized equine legal expertise with in-house veterinary and commercial insight.
Contracting
We draft and negotiate legally robust equine contracts that protect your interests in national and international transactions.
Litigation
We represent clients in complex equine disputes and litigation, acting decisively to safeguard legal and commercial positions.
Corporate Consultancy
We advise equine businesses and investors on governance, restructuring and cross-border corporate strategy.
Disciplinary & Doping Cases
We provide strategic defence in disciplinary and doping proceedings before national and international sports authorities.
Immigration
We handle visas, work permits and residency procedures to support international equestrian careers and operations.
Tax-Related Issues
We advise on equine-related tax matters and represent clients in audits and disputes with fiscal authorities.
We draft and negotiate legally robust equine contracts that protect your interests in national and international transactions.
We represent clients in complex equine disputes and litigation, acting decisively to safeguard legal and commercial positions.
We advise equine businesses and investors on governance, restructuring and cross-border corporate strategy.
We provide strategic defence in disciplinary and doping proceedings before national and international sports authorities.
We guide clients through the import and export of horses worldwide. From contracts to disputes involving transport or injury.
We advise on equine-related tax matters and represent clients in audits and disputes with fiscal authorities.
Mediation Consultancy
We facilitate structured, confidential mediation to resolve equine disputes efficiently while preserving professional relationships.
Compliance
We support equine organizations in meeting regulatory, welfare and governance requirements at national and international level.
Family Office
We assist high-net-worth families with structuring, succession planning and long-term protection of equine assets.
Finance
We provide legally grounded financial guidance for equine enterprises, transactions and investment structures.
Import & Export of Horses
We guide clients through the legal and regulatory complexities of international horse transport and trade.
We facilitate structured, confidential mediation to resolve equine disputes efficiently while preserving professional relationships.
We support equine organizations in meeting regulatory, welfare and governance requirements at national and international level.
We assist high-net-worth families with structuring, succession planning and long-term protection of equine assets.
We provide legally grounded financial guidance for equine enterprises, transactions and investment structures.
We guide clients through the legal and regulatory complexities of international horse transport and trade.
Our Clients
We represent leading professionals and organizations across the major disciplines of the equine world.
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Whether you have a specific legal question or need strategic advice, our team is ready to assist you.
Head Office
Hoflaan 7-9,
5223 LT
’s-Hertogenbosch
The Netherlands