Dutch Equine Lawyer Stephan Wensing Sworn in as Lawyer in Germany

Press Release

Equine lawyer Stephan Wensing has been active as an attorney in the equestrian sector since 2002. Over the years, his name has regularly been associated with high-profile equestrian cases, and he has appeared on television programs, radio, and in professional publications. Stephan Wensing has also taught equine law at university level and is the author of two books on this subject.

Recently, Stephan Wensing was sworn in by the Bar Association (Rechtsanwaltskammer) in Oldenburg. As a result, he is now able to represent clients not only before Dutch courts but also before German courts. Both the Netherlands and Germany are leading countries in the equestrian market and are responsible for enormous exports of sport horses.

As the founder of De Paardenadvocaat, Stephan Wensing has an extensive international network within the equestrian sector, including veterinarians, appraisers, insurers, and specialized advisors. This network strengthens his effectiveness in handling complex cases.

The purchase and sale of sport horses is one of the most legally complex areas within equine law. High economic interests, international transactions, and medical uncertainties make purchase disputes particularly sensitive.

Within Europe, this field of law is fragmented and strongly dependent on national legislation and case law. There is no harmonized equine sales law within the European Union. Although general principles of consumer and contract law provide guidance, the legal qualification of a horse differs from one member state to another. This leads to varying legal standards for conformity, non-conformity, rescission, and damages.

Disputes concerning the purchase of sport horses are often cross-border in nature. Horses, sellers, and buyers are frequently located in different countries. This requires specialized knowledge of private international law, including jurisdiction, applicable law, and the recognition and enforcement of judgments.

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