Equine Law – Litigation Specialists

Michael Bower heads the Litigation Department at WTW Solicitors, with a specialisation in Equine Law and Horse Disputes.

A passionate horseman, Michael combines his legal expertise with years of experience in competing, breeding, and owning ponies and horses. This unique perspective enables him to provide insightful, practical advice to commercial and personal clients facing equine-related legal challenges.

Well-versed in the range of disputes that arise within the equestrian world, Michael’s deep understanding of the industry ensures he can deliver tailored solutions that regularly make a significant impact on the outcome of equine cases in his care.

Michael will always be upfront about:

• The strength of your case.
• The service provided.
• The legal fees involved.

Please be aware: If both parties in a dispute are insured by the BHS (British Horse Society) and one is already represented by their insurers, we may be called upon to represent the other party.

Our offices are located in Keighley, West Yorkshire and Broughton near Skipton, North Yorkshire. Telephone, face-to-face and video appointments are available. Please contact us as soon as possible to arrange a suitable date and time.

Different types of disputes:

• Horse and Pony Disputes.
• Sale and Purchase Disputes.
• Vet/Veterinary Disputes and Negligence Claims.
• Farrier/Blacksmith Disputes and Negligence Claims.
• Equine Dentist and other Equine Services Disputes and Negligence Claims.
• Agreements and Contracts e.g. Loan or Livery Agreements.
• Horse Insurance Claims and Disputes.
• Public Liability Issues.
• Land Disputes.
• Boundary Disputes.
• Neighbour Disputes.
• Canal Disputes i.e., damage to agricultural and grazing land caused by canal leakage.
• ToLATA (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996) – Disputes relating to property and/or land with more than one owner.

If you don’t see what you’re looking for here please give us a call, we will always to try to assist.

Initial Enquiry

We would be delighted to hear from you. Whether you’re dealing with horse ownership disputes, contracts, or other types of equine legal issues, Michael Bower Equine Law is here to help.

To get in touch:

• Call us on freephone 0300 303 2865 or 01535 662644
• Email us at info@michaelbowerequinelaw.co.uk
• Complete our contact form

Other legal services:

• Agricultural Law
• Commercial Property
• Family Law
• Neighbour Disputes
• Probate Disputes
• Residential Property
• Wills, Probate & Later Life Planning

Available to clients in England & Wales

We have clients from all over the UK including:

• Yorkshire.
• Aire Valley.
• Lancashire.

For people who live in Scotland:

• If the dispute relates to a transaction or property based in England or Wales then we may be able to assist. If the dispute is based in Scotland then we will recommend someone that you can contact.

Please note:

• Michael Bower Equine Law and Waddington Turner Wall Solicitors (WTW Solicitors) are both trading names of Waddington Legal Limited. Our company registration number is 4682863. We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority SRA number: 382239.
• For more information on WTW Solicitors go to:
  • https://www.wtwsolicitors.co.uk/