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Opinion: Advancement Without Ability Is The Hidden Risk We’re Ignoring In Modern Jumping

The 2026 U.S. Equestrian Federation Annual Meeting, held in January in Louisville, Kentucky, included an excellent presentation from the Human and Equine Safety and Welfare Committee, chaired by Dr. Mark Hart. I was very impressed with the work the committee has done and continues to do to improve equipment safety standards. Let’s face it, riding […]

Opinion: Overcrowded CSI Calendar Means Too Many Stars, Not Enough Shine

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Over the past few years, there has been an explosive proliferation in the number of FEI jumping shows in the United States, referred to as CSIs, the shortened form of Concours de Saut International. In 2025 alone, the U.S. is scheduled to host 109 CSI shows, with 84 of those holding competition at CSI3* level and […]

Opinion: We Can Remedy The Scourge Of Overuse In Horse Showing

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I was delighted to hear that the horse welfare-focused town hall meeting hosted by the US Equestrian Federation in June in Lexington, Kentucky, included “open dialogue on concepts including potential rule and policy changes aimed at improving horse safety and well-being.” This was the first in a series of such meetings, and I applaud USEF for tackling this […]

Counsel to Professional Equestrians

Athletes

Whether competing at the Olympic World Class level or in training levels at national shows, the athlete’s right to compete on a level playing field is paramount.

Trainers

Training horses and riders in today’s competitive environment requires not only years of riding and training experience but also the ability to manage an ever complex world of relationships with athletes, owners, federation officials, and accountants, as well as bearing the risk of litigation in connection with injuries and horse transactions.

Owners

Owning, leasing and selling competitive sport horses whether as part of a business or personal asset creates both financial opportunity and financial risk.

Facility Owners

Owning and running an equestrian operation is financial undertaking that is both rewarding and risky.

Competition Management

Competition management must deal with an increasingly complex set of federation regulations, liability and risk management issues, sponsorship relations, supply contracting, licensed officials and competitors.