’s-Hertogenbosch, April 3 – Schelstraete Equine Law, global leader in equine law and consultancy, is pleased to announce that Dr. Zachary Calo, Head of the firm’s U.S. Practice, will speak at the 40th Annual National Conference on Equine Law in Lexington, taking place April 29–30, 2026, just ahead of the world-renowned Kentucky Derby.
Dr. Calo will deliver a presentation titled “Arbitration for the Equine Attorney”, together with W. Craig Robertson of Bricker Graydon Wyatt LLP, focusing on arbitration in equine law and key legal strategies for equine practitioners. His session will provide practical guidance for attorneys handling equine disputes, contracts, and industry-specific arbitration proceedings.
The Annual National Conference on Equine Law is a premier event for equine lawyers, legal professionals, and stakeholders in the global equine industry. The conference addresses current developments in equine legal practice, including equine litigation, regulatory compliance, artificial intelligence in equine law, legal ethics and professional liability, and HISA & USTA prosecutions.
With extensive experience in equine law and arbitration, Dr. Calo’s participation reinforces Schelstraete Equine Law’s position as a global leader in equine legal services.
Registration for the 40th Annual Conference on Equine Law remains open and can be accessed via the official conference website.
About Dr. Zachary Calo
Dr. Calo brings an exceptional breadth of expertise in both sports law and civil litigation in equine matters to Schelstraete Equine Law as Head of the U.S. Practice. He has represented athletes and federations in disciplinary and anti-doping matters before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and other tribunals and served on multiple mediation and arbitration committees worldwide. His experience also includes senior legal roles in London, Doha, and Washington D.C., as well as dispute resolution positions at the EEOC, the Hague Court of Arbitration for Aviation, and various sports arbitration bodies. In addition to that, he is a frequent keynote speaker at global conferences.
Dr. Calo’s Academic career
Alongside his legal practice, Dr. Calo has served as a Professor of Law and lecturer at leading universities in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. His academic work spans law, sports law, mediation ethics, and international arbitration, and he has authored and edited numerous books and over 100 scholarly publications.
About Schelstraete Equine Law
Building on more than 40 years of experience and excellence, our equine lawyers 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. Schelstraete Equine Law is the international equine law firm of choice for cross-border transactions, FEI and CAS tribunal representation, and complex equestrian legal matters.
Our team operates from offices in the Netherlands, the United States, the Middle East, France, and the United Kingdom, serving clients across 50+ countries.
