Sonja S. Keating

Sonja S. Keating is an accomplished legal professional with extensive experience in equine law and governance within the equestrian sector. Currently serving as an Adjunct Instructor in Equine Law at the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law since January 2023, Sonja brings valuable insights to 2nd and 3rd year law students. As Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel of the United States Equestrian Federation since February 2006, Sonja has played a pivotal role in overseeing legal and operational matters. Additionally, Sonja serves as an Advisory Council Member for the Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit (HIWU), contributing to the administration of the Anti-Doping and Medication Control Program established by the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority. Previous legal roles include positions as Associate Attorney at Dinsmore & Shohl and Attorney at Peter Perlman Law Offices, with a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Transylvania University.