Legal Resources for Farmers

"“On any type of farm or ranch, there may be times when problems are serious enough and the stakes high enough that farmers need legal advice. An experienced attorney should be able to explain how the laws affect a farmer’s individual situation, give legal advice on which choices best fit the farmer’s goals, draft the legal papers needed and, if necessary, represent the farmer in court, mediation, arbitration, or other proceedings intended to resolve disputes.” – Scott Carlson, Esq., Farmers’ Legal Action Group

“The best advice for new farmers is to treat your farm like a business. Every business should have its own accountant, its own specialized consultants and especially its own legal counsel. As a business entity, every agricultural enterprise needs a dedicated legal advisor to provide reliable counsel on the areas of law that would apply to any other business.” – Jason Foscolo, founding attorney of Jason Foscolo LLC, Veteran Careers in Agriculture: A Resource Guide, Farmer Veteran Coalition

Farmers can encounter a variety of issues requiring legal advice. The following list identifies some common categories and offers useful resources."

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