Wayne G. Hipsley is an expert consultant that offers services in the field of Horses and Equestrian Sports. He has over 40 years of educational and practical experience in the business of horses and provides Horse Legal Expertise in a wide variety of areas. Whether the challenges are local, regional, national or international, or in recreational or professional settings, Mr. Hipsley is prepared to respond to the needs in a timely, professional manner.

Services Include:

Animal Welfare

Appraisals

Buyer / Seller Representation

Evaluation Assessments

Arbitration

Contracts

Equestrian Competitions

Equine Breed Association & Studbook Societies

Ethical Practices – Codes of Conduct

Safety Associated with Riding and Care

International Organizations

Tax Audits

Zoning and Planning

Rod Bergen has an extensive education and background in Horse Behavior and Horsemanship. Mr. Bergen is nationally certified as an Advanced (Level III) Horseback Riding Instructor by the American Riding Instructors Association (ARIA) in Dressage, Recreational Riding and Mounted Patrol. He has owned and managed horse training, breeding and boarding facilities for over 30 years. He is a Certified Equine Appraiser and member of the American Association of Equine Appraisers.

Mr. Bergen is qualified to testify as an Equine Forensic Consultant in the California Superior Courts. He has served as a Horse Expert in over 40 legal cases (including 5 deaths) involving horses and horse facilities. Mr. Bergen is listed with the L.A. County Bar Association as an Equine Forensic Consultant / Expert Horse Witness.

Specialties:

Personal Injury & Property Damage

Equine Accident Reconstruction

Horse Facility Evaluations

Riding Equipment Suitability

Horsemanship Safety Standards

Equine Problems & Personal Liability Issues During Competitions

Trail Riding

Parades