Equine Expert Witness

Expert Witness Testimony & Litigation Consulting
Available globally on behalf of defense or plaintiff
We have been hired for litigation involving boarding disputes to negligent homicide

Services available:

Expert witness testimony
Equine expert consulting
Equine rebuttal witness
Preparation of rebuttal questions
Testifying at depositions and trial
Review of cases from retaining counsel
Review of opposing valuations and appraisals
Provide either verbal or written expert opinions
Review of testimony and exhibits from witness depositions
Explanation to counsel on case merits or lack thereof
Pre-trial investigation
Evidence research
Locating veterinary experts and equine specialists
Accident reconstruction
Equine private investigation services

Considered one of the world's leading equine appraisers & expert witness, Daventry Equine Appraisal Services is a division of Daventry Appraisal Services, which specializes in agricultural & animal appraisals. Our expert witness cases currently consist of 60% plaintiffs and 40% defendants. We have been hired globally as an expert witness, appraiser and consultant on many litigation cases, qualified as an equine expert in court proceedings in both Canada and the United States, work closely with several of the major insurance companies in the U.S. and Canada on death claim reimbursements, completed appraisals for multimillion-dollar estate and insurance settlements, tax audits, and have even done a large appraisal involving over 150 horses for a non-profit organization in the United States. Private Investigation services are also available for equine & livestock cases. Daventry Equine appraisals are known for their thoroughness and attention to detail, which have helped our clients win millions in litigation judgments and settlements. Combined with our background and credentials in the horse industry, Daventry Equine appraisals and expertise provide a valuable asset in the courtroom!

Daventry Equine Appraisal Services provides expert equine advice and consultation for use by insurance agencies, attorneys, judges and juries during legal procedures - from discovery through settlement or trial. Our goal is to help you avoid trial by providing a thorough and well-written report which leads to settlement. Expert knowledge of standards of the industry includes, but is not limited to;

Horse behavior
Safety procedures
Industry rules and regulation
Stable management for show, rental, lesson, and boarding stables
Accident analysis and reconstruction
Degrees of negligence and its prevention
Appropriateness of specific horses and equipment
All levels of riding, training and instruction
Buying and selling standards
Accident prevention
Breeding management
Horse show safety and procedures
Equine welfare and abuse

Read more about our equine experience with various breeds HERE.

Sample Litigation Experience:

Kingston v. Newton Equine Services Ltd. / equine valuation dispute & negligence - appraisals, expert opinion & located veterinary expert / Great Britain
Meridian Lawyers / equine valuation dispute - appraisal & expert opinion / Australia
Alberta Occupational Health & Safety / negligent homicide - deposition review, accident reconstruction & expert opinion / Alberta
Northbridge Financial / equine valuation dispute & negligence - appraisal, appraisal review, private investigation & located veterinary expert / Alberta
McGuireWoods LLP / estate settlement - appraisals / Virginia
Setfords Solicitors / equine valuation dispute - appraisal & loss of use / Great Britain
Goldstein Debiase / personal injury - expert opinion / Ontario
Newton Equine Services Ltd. v. Sewell / equine valuation dispute - appraisal / Great Britain
Henderson, Caverly & Pum LLP / estate settlement - appraisals / California
James H. Brown & Associates / personal injury - expert opinion & accident reconstruction / Alberta
Johnson et al v. Longman et al. / equine valuation dispute - jury trial video deposition / Minnesota
Campbell v. Campbell / divorce dispute - Circuit Court trial testimony / Virginia
James H. Brown & Associates / negligent homicide - deposition review & discovery questions / Alberta
Law Office of Stephen J. Bedor / divorce dispute - appraisal, private investigation & located veterinary expert / Oregon
Armstrong v. Armstrong / divorce dispute - Superior Court of Justice trial testimony / Ontario
Zions First National Bank v. Wood et al. / equine valuation dispute – appraisals - Maricopa County Superior Court / Arizona
Warner Norcross & Judd LLP / ownership dispute - appraisals & loss of use / Michigan
C v. C / divorce dispute - argued during dispute resolution / British Columbia
K & L Gates LLP / estate settlement - appraisals / North Carolina

"As a lawyer specialising in equestrian litigation, I am only too aware that it is imperative in this niche field to have the world's leading experts on your team. Tracy has an unparalleled, encyclopedic knowledge of the competition horse market globally. Her expertise is invaluable and her opinion is supported by the most thorough analysis. Her exceptional attention to detail means that her reports command authority. She is the go to expert for any equestrian valuation issue."

Hannah Bradley, Solicitor
The Equine Law Firm, United Kingdom

"Tracy served as a testifying expert where she opined on the value of a horse in litigation pending in Circuit Court of Fairfax County Virginia. Tracy's opinions were supported by a thoughtful and well-reasoned expert report and the judge accept Tracy's testimony as reasonable and credible.

I was impressed with Tracy's ability to articulate her opinions in a manner that was well reasoned, clear and understandable to a lay person. I was also impressed with Tracy's willingness to travel to and testify on relatively short notice. I am quite pleased with her services and would highly recommend them to those in need of horse valuation expert who can likewise serve as a testifying expert in a court of law in the United States."

Chris Campbell, Lawyer
Virginia

Expert witness court testimony or deposition $600/day
Travel, hotel expenses, etc. must also be covered and are in addition to our expert witness fee.

Trial, hearing or deposition preparation $800 & up

Preparation of rebuttal questions, review of opposing valuations and appraisals, review of testimony and exhibits from witness depositions, pre-trial investigation, evidence research, accident reconstruction $350 & up. Contact us directly for a custom quote.

A few of the other services we offer:

Payment in full is required to begin an appraisal, expert witness report or private investigation. Reports requiring a rush job (less than 10 days) or reports involving litigation, divorce or bankruptcy must be paid via cash, eTransfer, money wire transfers or retainer through an attorney or insurance company. The appraisal fee may be subject to additional mileage fees, if applicable. Normal time required for a single horse appraisal is 10 to 14 days from receipt of pertinent information and payment. We do offer rush service for an additional fee for clients who require a report in 9 days or less.

GST to be added on top of all listed prices for Canadian residents.
Discounts available for multiple horses.