Renowned for its market-leading expertise in the equestrian and horse racing fields, Ashfords LLP provides ‘unparalleled service’ to clients in sports regulation, contractual, and negligence matters. The team also brings strong capabilities across a range of sports sectors, with particular expertise in swimming, golf, football, and tennis. The Bristol-based sports practice is led by the ’standout’ Rory Mac Neice, who is regarded as an expert in the equine and bloodstock sector. Mac Neice harnesses ‘deep knowledge of the relevant rules and regulations’ to act for both sportspersons and regulators in issues ranging from anti-doping violations, race and match fixing, and safeguarding, particularly within the horseracing industry.
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- ‘Excellent coverage sport with strength in all areas. The best firm in the West Country for sport, with a national profile.’
- ‘Rory MacNeice: standout lawyer and individual with particular knowledge of and expertise in racing and all matters equine. He also has excellent judgement and deep knowledge of the relevant rules and regulations.’
Key clients
- Harry Cobden
- The Professional Jockey’s Association Ltd
Work highlights
Acting for the Champion Jockey Harry Cobden in respect of a successful appeal against the decision of racecourse stewards to suspend him following a finding of an in-race breach of the Rules of Racing.
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Practice head
Rory Mac Neice