Gary Clay Horse Appraiser and Expert Witness

Gary Clay is a leader in the horse industry with over 40 years experience as a trainer, judge, appraiser and expert witness. He provides many litigation services. He is an internationally recognized horse/equestrian expert, technical advisor, legal consultant, equine appraiser and safety expert.

Gary carries the highest rating known as a Large “R” with the United States Equestrian Federation and has judged various National Championships and Shows in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Mr. Clay has trained horses and riders who have won a combined 50+ National titles and 100's of top ten titles.

He has a network of professionals throughout the United States with whom he consults with and does extensive research. His well-written opinions often lead to the case being won and trial is often avoided.

Services

Mr. Clay's trial services include:

Case analysis and reconstruction depositions
Expert testimony
Industry standards of custody, care, control and safety
Industry rules and regulation
Breed standards
Insurance claim, appraisals and appraisals review

Appraising is a process that requires research, knowledge and experience. Appraising is not an exact science. The appraiser must draw from his expertise to formulate a current market value. Once the process is completed, a report is drawn up and can be submitted for use in the following areas:

Litigation support
Divorce settlements
Estate and Tax planning
Pre-purchase and insurance
Tax donations

Litigation Support Services

Internationally recognized equestrian expert, technical advisor, legal consultant, equine appraiser, and safety expert.

Trial Services Include:
Expert testimony
Industry standards of custody, care, control, and safety
Industry rules and regulation
Breed standards
Insurance claim, appraisals, and appraisals review

Clientele:
Attorneys
CPA's
Insurance companies
Estate planners
Financial institutions
Government agencies
Breed associations
Individual owners

Areas of Expertise

Additional Expertise:

Trail Rides, Horse Training, Horse Stable Management, Horse Care Education, Horse Industry Rules and Standards, Case Analysis, Safety Procedures, Accident Analysis and Prevention.

Profile

Gary was the founder and head trainer of Del Camino Equestrian Academy in Scottsdale, Arizona with over 150 full time students who competed on the Local, Regional and National levels. Gary has trained National showmen who compete currently. He has worked on the sets of movies such as “Far and Away” and the “Young Riders” television series. Gary takes pride in being specially trained by the "old masters" and has received instruction in classical dressage, jumping and western disciplines.

Gary has lectured, coached and judged all over the world. He has exceptional knowledge, experience and expertise in the appraisal of horses; he has over 40 years experience in all areas of the equine industry. His education and skills make him a sought after appraiser. He provides a fair and unbiased value for his clients. You will feel assured of an accurate and proficient appraisal of your horses.

Areas Served

All States

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Professional Experience

-High Point Youth National Champion United States and Canada
-Trained and or shown 25+ National Champion Horse and Riders
-Syndicated and Managed Million dollar stallions
-Imported horses from Europe
-Scottsdale Sales horse auction company
-Black Hawk stables/ Hilton Hotels Trail rides and dinner shows. named for consecutive years "BEST" of Phoenix
-Awarded Insurance safety awards
-Owner Del Camino Academy with 150 students
-Founder C Diamond C Youth Ranch for at risk boys
-College lecture at Arizona State University and Scottsdale Community College - Equine Science
-Guest lecture at the Arabian judge's school and panel evaluator
-Equine Appraiser and Equine Expert witness
-Attended Seak conference workshop for Expert Witnesses

Licenses

United States Equestrian Association "large R" judge status
Level One Specialty card in Reining & Equitation
BA Arizona State University Business
Teaching Certificate - College Equine Professor

Affiliations

Arizona All Arabian Association
Desert Caballeros
Arabian Horse Association
World Arabian Horse Organization (W.A.H.O.)
American Quarter Horse Association
American Paint Horse Association
Western Horse Council for the United States Equestrian Association
Professional Horseman's Association of America

Awards & Honors

Multiple National Championships and "Top 10's" earned
Local, Regional and National Judging
Level One Status (Highest Classification)

Seminars & Training

National Level Training, Youth and Adult
Western, English, Equitation, Dressage, Jumping, Reining, Horsemanship, Halter Showmanship.

Education

Bachelor of Arts: Business, 1972
Arizona State University - Phoenix, AZ - USA
-Business Major with a Minor in English
-Multi-Lingual moderate in Spanish
-Continuing Education in multiple fields of interest