Equine Law Group | Equine Attorneys

Avery S. Chapman, Founding Attorney

Avery is the founder of Equine Law Group and the inaugural Chair of the Florida Bar’s Equine Law Committee, bringing 34+ years of specialized equine, business, and trial law experience to all areas of the equine community, including riders, businesses, and veterinarians. Avery also frequently represents individuals before FEI, USEF, SafeSport, and other national governing bodies of horse sport. His equine law practice additionally covers areas such as local and international purchase and leasing contracts, disputes arising out of such transactions, general counsel as to business formation, organization, operation, and risk management, and relevant insurance coverage and land use issues.

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Taryn E. Hartnet, Practice Manager & Head Paralegal

Taryn is our Practice Manager and head Paralegal. She holds a B.S. in Economics from Wake Forest University and was previously a senior Human Resources executive at a major international bank, as well as a lifelong equestrian with 40+ years of experience in both the equine business and competition arenas. Taryn has competed in hunters and jumpers and now competes in Grand Prix dressage. Taryn brings deep expertise in both the equine world and the business and financial complexities our cases demand.

Lauren Friedland, Lead Law Clerk

Previously the veterinary technician supervisor for a leading equine veterinary clinic and a competitive equestrian herself, Lauren brings her 25+ years of equine experience to her role as the Firm’s Lead Law Clerk. A competitor up and down the East Coast and bronze medal earner from the Westphalian Riding and Driving School in Münster, Germany, she also holds an MBA and a B.S. in Equine Business Management, giving her a rare blend of practical horse knowledge and professional expertise.

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