Racing and Bloodstock_racehorses
Racing and Bloodstock_racehorses

Expert advice for
horse owners

Owning a racehorse or a share in one is a dream for many people. If you do encounter problems, without specialist legal help it can become a nightmare.

Advice every step of the way from an expert equine lawyer

There are many challenges you face as a horse owner. You have to be able to deal with co-owners, racehorse syndicates, trainers, jockeys, vets and the British Horseracing Authority (BHA).

It means from time to time it’s inevitable you‘ll need to call on professional advice.

The first issue you will have to consider are the racehorse ownership agreements you need to set up. Whether you have joint ownership, racehorse syndicates, a racing partnership or a racing club, we can help you put agreements in place to reduce the chance of a costly dispute arising.

Disputes with trainers

Your relationship with your trainer is crucial. To succeed, you both need to know exactly where you stand on issues such as what happens when the horse is not in training, or who pays for what. We can help put racehorse training agreements in place to make sure everything is crystal clear.

Veterinary negligence

You rely on vets, but if one makes a mistake then the results could be catastrophic. If so, you may be able to claim for professional negligence. We can help you put a compelling case to The Veterinary Defence Society.

Buying and selling horses

Just like any other business investment, the sale of a horse can sometimes go wrong. By getting the right advice from the start you can make sure you avoid any problems in the future. From getting sale contracts correct and racehorse syndicates, to advice and support when a horse sale doesn’t go to plan, RWK Goodman are here to help. We live and work in the equine community, so know how to move to a settlement quickly and efficiently for you.

Sponsorship

A sponsor can bring in a useful source of extra income. But you need to be sure that the contract protects your business interests. Although the BHA offers a starter agreement for yard sponsorship, an expert equine lawyer can help you adapt it to provide the best long-term deal. Our team will protect your position and help you develop the sponsor relationship.

Protecting your wealth

Your financial position can change with every racing season. So we can help you manage your assets to make sure your finances are sound. We can safeguard your future and put plans in place to manage your wealth as your life changes in the future. From estate planning to wills and probate, we provide a seamless service.

Your property

Your life revolves around racing – so you may have little time for organising your home life. If you’re moving home, we can take the pressure off so you can concentrate on racing. We can also give you specialist advice on rural property purchases and sales.