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. As specialist equestrian solicitors, we understand the pressures of running a yard, stable or equestrian business, not just the legal framework around it.

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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. Our equestrian solicitors work alongside EEA members and non-members alike, giving equestrian employers a legal team who already understands the sector.

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.

Equestrian solicitors bring industry-specific context to employment issues that a general employment lawyer may not, working patterns, seasonal staffing, yard management and the specific risks equestrian businesses face day to day. HCR Law’s equestrian solicitors combine that sector understanding with full employment law expertise, so advice is practical as well as legally sound.

Our equestrian solicitors work as the exclusive legal sponsor of the EEA, giving us direct, ongoing exposure to the issues equestrian employers actually face. That relationship means advice is grounded in real sector knowledge, not a generic template applied to a new industry.

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Thank you both for the great employment law workshop yesterday. It was good to have you on site in person. Everyone enjoyed gleaning this valuable information which will support us.

Client testimonial Employment training attendee

I felt the sessions were a beautiful mix of information sharing and group discussions; and the feedback has been really positive. Thank you both.

Client testimonial Employment training attendee

I recently used HCR Law’s services. Mahima Chowdhury was my point of contact, the service she provided during a difficult time was very personal and empathetic while remaining completely professional. The communication was brilliant and prompt. I received honest, pragmatic advice. I would highly recommend HCR Law.

Client testimonial Settlement agreement

Zara was super supportive and professional. She updated me promptly during the process and support me in the best way. I definitely recommend her service.

Client testimonial Settlement agreement

Employment tribunals can be protracted, emotional and expensive. When a senior manager within the care sector claimed for unfair dismissal following health and safety whistleblowing, she contacted Employment and Immigration Legal Director Guy Hollebon. Guy’s knowledge of the employment landscape, and, in particular, employment tribunals, meant he was able to negotiate a successful settlement shortly before the hearing. This meant his client avoided the need to attend the tribunal and was able to draw a line under the case and move on. Following this, Guy’s client said: “It is a huge relief for me to have this case concluded and you have been a tremendous help at every step along the way.  I have great admiration and respect for your knowledge, professionalism, straight forward approach, patience and kindness.

Client testimonial Settlement negotiation

I had a very positive experience with HCR Law during my immigration application. Dionne Russell was extremely professional, supportive, and clear throughout the whole process. She guided me and my family with care, answered our questions, and made everything feel much easier to manage. I truly appreciate the excellent service and would highly recommend Dionne and the team at HCR Law.

Client testimonial Immigration law

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to this firm for the outstanding support provided throughout my redundancy process. Matthew Gillett was exceptionally helpful, approachable, and reassuring throughout. His clear advice and prompt communication made a difficult situation far easier to manage.

Client testimonial Jose Ignacio

We were extremely pleased with the training delivered by HCR Law 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 Law 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

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Client testimonial Unmarried Couples visa

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