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Aria Grace Law CIC

Sport: Horse Racing & Equestrian

UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide


Aria Grace Law CIC

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Our Equine Law Services 

We offer all participants in the equestrian industry affordable access to excellent lawyers with a deep understanding of the equestrian world. We seek to guide the industry as it professionalises, while supporting the development of equestrian sport and the maintenance of its social licence to operate. 

Our breadth of expertise allows us to provide pragmatic, clear, commercial advice backed by our personal understanding of the equestrian community, to clients both in the UK and internationally. We are a full-service firm, advising both on commercial & corporate matters and disputes & regulatory issues.

Areas of work include: 

  • Co-ownership and syndicate agreements for bloodstock and sport horses.
  • Sponsorship and brand ambassador agreements.
  • Event organiser agreements.
  • Business structure and commercial agreements.
  • Professional rider agreements.
  • Regulatory and Governance (including compliance with the UK Code for Sports Governance).
  • Stud agreements.
  • Auction terms.
  • Employment contracts and related issues.
  • Yard agreements, including livery and training agreements.
  • Sale, lease and loan agreements.
  • Manufacturing, supply and “white labelling” agreements.
  • Consultancy agreements.
  • Advertising and promotion.
  • Disputes over sales and ownership arrangements.
  • Professional negligence claims.
  • Section Appeals.

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Sport: Horse Racing & Equestrian - UK-wide

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Aria Grace Law houses a notable treasury of horse racing and equestrian expertise. The team is noted above all for commercial and corporate matters within the unique ecosystem of equestrianism, from issues concerning turf-based businesses to those regarding professional riders, associations and the media world the sport interacts with.

Work Highlights

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  • Aria Grace advised the British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA) on the disposal of the BETA International Conference, which was acquired by Raccoon Media. The key area of negotiation pertained to the name and goodwill associated with the event; BETA was successful in achieving protections to ensure the conference would retain the core values espoused by BETA.

Strengths

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  • Their service is excellent - the situations we're dealing with always require short turnaround and outside normal hours. They have been responsive, and the advice and guidance has been helpful.

    Sport: Horse Racing & Equestrian respondentUK
  • A firm of highly skilled solicitors with extensive knowledge regarding equine legal issues. I have worked closely with this firm and find them to be detail-oriented and extremely professional.

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  • They are a very passionate, driven and professional team and truly understand the complexities and nuances of the industry. They possess the right balance of professionalism with ambition.

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  • They have a wide range of practitioners offering a personalised and professional service. We have a wide range of issues and they are able to deal well with all of them quickly and without fuss.

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  • Lawyers with a passion for both law and the equestrian industry, they have a deep understanding and insight of the issues pertinent to the equestrian world.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Jodie Seddon
    Band 1Jodie Seddon

    Jodie Seddon

    Jodie Seddon not only advises equestrian clients on a full range of corporate and commercial matters, but also competes in eventing and showjumping herself. She is sought out by clients because of her first-hand knowledge of the industry.

    • Jodie's background as a competitor in our sport strengthens her ability to understand our needs and level of service required.

      Sport: Horse Racing & Equestrian respondentUK
    • Jodie has a good understanding of sports and eventing, and a good understanding of due process in selection. She's approachable and easy to talk to on the subject.

      Sport: Horse Racing & Equestrian respondentUK
    • Jodie is brilliant - responsive, precise and pragmatic. She gives me good options and helps get to the right balanced decision.

      Sport: Horse Racing & Equestrian respondentUK
    • What set Jodie apart was her ability to understand both the legal landscape and the unique dynamics of our industry. She was a pleasure to work with, highly professional, knowledgeable and supportive.

      Sport: Horse Racing & Equestrian respondentUK
    • Jodie is a powerhouse in her field. Super-sharp with the unwavering ability to cut through complex legal matters to identify practical solutions.

      Sport: Horse Racing & Equestrian respondentUK
  • Band 2Hannah Bradley
    Band 2Hannah Bradley

    Hannah Bradley

    Hannah Bradley acts for individuals and businesses in equine litigation claims at all levels of the sport, including notable Olympic athletes and often involving high net worth individuals and high-value horses. Prior to specialising exclusively in equine litigation, Hannah was a commercial litigator and subsequently a litigation counsel at a FTSE 100 company.

    • Hannah supported us through a particularly complex dispute, and her dedication throughout the process was exceptional. She fought hard for us and always put our best interests first.

      Sport: Horse Racing & Equestrian respondentUK
    • An excellent solicitor with great equine-related knowledge. Prompt in responding and detail-oriented.

      Sport: Horse Racing & Equestrian respondentUK
    • Hannah has been prepared to work out of hours in difficult situations with a quick turnaround.

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    • When we work together, her impressive knowledge is of great importance and her expertise to help and support commercially viable solutions is a key component. Her response times are always fast.

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