Equestrian Employers Association

Our employment solicitors serve as the exclusive legal sponsor of the Equestrian Employers Association (EEA), bringing tailored employment law and HR expertise to businesses across the equestrian industry.

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Sarah Price

Sarah Price

I help clients with HR and employment law enquiries. This includes advising on the drafting and finalising of settlement agreements and advising and assisting on grievance and disciplinary processes. I regularly support the team on the full spectrum of employment law matters, from day-to-day employment and HR matters to advising on Employment Tribunal claims.

Our work and connections with the equestrian industry

With years of experience advising in the equestrian industry, we understand the unique challenges faced. Whether you are an EEA member or looking for industry-specific legal support, we provide up-to-date, cost-effective guidance to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and protect your business and workforce.

In the event you would like any support, please do get in touch via the enquiry form below, or call 01926 732501, if you have an employment matter that you would like to discuss further, and we can provide further information on next steps and seek to onboard you as a client.

Our employment law and HR services

We can support you in a number of employment law and HR matters, including:

  • Employment contracts
  • Staff handbooks
  • Managing performance (capability)
  • Disciplinary processes
  • Grievances
  • Long and short-term sickness absence
  • Discrimination
  • Restrictive covenants
  • Restructures and redundancies
  • TUPE
  • Tribunal claims
  • Settlement agreements and negotiating exit packages
  • Mediation
  • Employment law and HR training.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. If you are an EEA member, you are eligible to access HCR Law’s legal and HR support. Non-members may receive ad hoc help but to benefit from the full suite of services (such as retainer-based support) it’s best to become a member.

We can assist with a wide range of issues, including:

  • employment contracts and staff handbook preparation
  • disciplinary, grievance & performance management issues
  • handling short and long-term absence, sickness, discrimination claims
  • restrictive covenants, redundancies, TUPE, tribunal claims, and negotiating exits or settlements.

YEAR is our annual employment law retainer service. Equestrian employers who are EEA members may subscribe to YEAR to obtain ongoing access to legal and HR advice, rather than contacting solicitors on an ad hoc basis. This can provide more predictable costs and faster access to support.

Yes. We aims to provide cost-effective legal advice tailored to the specific scale and needs of equestrian employers. The retainer service and support via EEA membership are designed to make expert legal guidance more accessible to yards, stables and similar operations.

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Hear what our clients say about us

Heidi is so incredibly enthusiastic about her role and her sheer delight in her chosen area of law was like a breath of fresh air to all of us struggling with trying to fathom out how to advise our clients.

Her presentation slides were excellent, to the point and pitched at just the right level for advisers with no legal background. She spoke fluently and knowledgeably and gave thorough and detailed answers. Attendees have said it was “one of the best online sessions I have ever been on.”

Client testimonial Training session

We were extremely pleased with the training delivered by HCR Wright Hassall on the distinction between workplace banter and discrimination, we also received training from them regarding how to conduct effective investigations. The sessions were engaging, practical, and highly relevant, and we received excellent feedback from all delegates who attended. The positive impact of the training led us to bring HCR Wright Hassall back to deliver further sessions, and we will be booking additional training again this year. We would highly recommend them.

Sarah Feely, HR Manager, Allelys Heavy Haulage Limited Training session

Catherine delivers training for us which is shaped by her acute understanding of our business and underpinned by a high level of commerciality. She is equally credible whether working with the business’s senior leaders, or staff at every level. Her training is always relevant, on point and relatable for any audience, with the inclusion of real-world examples that employees understand.

Matt Wayne Group HR Director of Direct Wines (trading as Laithwaites)

Sarah Price and Adam Morris delivered a workshop session on employment law to a group of elite athletes on behalf of British Equestrian, and it was fantastic! The athletes gained so much from it, and the session was perfectly pitched for them. Thank you for your time and energy and for creating such an engaging and interactive experience.

Client testimonial Employment Law

I want to extend a special thanks to you for sharing such valuable insights in your Employment Rights Bill training. Your detailed review of the bill and key information you provided was incredibly helpful. It gave us a clear understanding of what we can do moving forward, and we are excited to put this into practice.

Client testimonial Employment Rights Bill training

Adam Cotterill was incredibly helpful in guiding me and my partner through the process of reapplying for our UK Unmarried Couples visa. After our initial application was rejected, we were extremely stressed and unsure of how to proceed. Adam supported us every step of the way, providing clear advice, reassurance and guidance. Thanks to his expertise, the process felt far more manageable, and we felt confident in our reapplication.

Client testimonial Unmarried Couples visa

HCR supported us in managing an employee settlement agreement. As an owner-led SME without internal HR or legal support, Lisa Kemp provided surety, a safe pair of hands and direct, clear, pragmatic advice. We also felt she was thoughtful of time and therefore cost, throughout the process. We’d happily recommend both HCR and Lisa to other organisations seeking similar legal support.

Client testimoial Settlement agreement

He has a wealth of experience in business immigration law regularly advising employers on sponsorship matters and compliance. “He’s incredibly dedicated and really knows his stuff – a fantastic lawyer,” comments one impressed source.

Client testimonial Chambers UK

The team is very responsive, and I like the way that they ensure that more than one team member is familiar with a case so that they can give seamless advice in the absence of the lead lawyer.

Client testimonial Employment Law

Richard is an outstanding lawyer. He quickly gets to the core issues, understands the client’s priorities and has a pragmatic approach to solving the issues and negotiating exceptional deals.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Rachel is a brilliant employment lawyer, approachable and knowledgeable, and she gives in-depth advice with exactly the right amount of detail.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Peter has provided first-class support regarding complex HR matters. Excellent quality of advice and written work. He has become a highly valued and trusted business partner.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

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