Equine Law Blog

We receive numerous calls and e-mails from people in the midst of serious legal issues who are unprepared for, or unwilling to undertake, the expense involved in hiring a lawyer. For example, a trainer could be faced with a lawsuit arising out of a sales agency. An individual horse owner might want to “free-lease” her gelding to a friend and want a contract that protects her as much as possible in the situation.

How can people who cannot afford a lawyer seek legal services at low, or no cost?

Some boarding contracts specify that the boarded horse has a stated value. For example, the contract might state: “The parties agree that the horse boarded under this agreement is worth $15,000.”