AMERICA’S ANIMAL ATTORNEYS

As Animal Lawyers, we represent people and pets in Colorado, Texas, New Jersey, & New York and can help with a wide range of animal law issues including our specialty topics:
Pet Custody Disputes, Dog Bite Defense, and Representation for Service Animal Discrimination

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A LETTER FROM
THE FOUNDER

FIGHTING FOR THE UNDERDOG™

Welcome to The Animal Law Firm! As America’s premier animal attorneys, we help you with pet custody, dog bite defense, representation for service animal discrimination, and much more. We currently represent people and pets in Colorado, Texas, New Jersey, & New York.

We know how important your pet, service animal, or working animal is to you and that is why we will do everything we can to get you the justice you and your animal deserve. We fight hard and we fight ethically. Our animal lawyers hold themselves to a higher standard, and it shows by our winning track record.

At The Animal Law Firm, we use the justice system to create a world in which animal welfare is the primary consideration in animal cases. We use creative arguments and out-of-the-box thinking to get you and your pet the best result possible.

We offer a wide variety of options for legal representation: full attorney-client representation where we handle every step of the case, to a la carte selection of the tasks our Firm will perform for you. We offer paid consultations if all you want is some legal advice to get you started to handle your case on your own. Whatever your needs are, we are here to help.

If you are still not sure whether you want to work with us, call 303-623-4000 and schedule an appointment to meet with us and see for yourself. Feel free to bring your furry friend; they say animals are good judges of character!

We hope to speak to you soon and start working towards a solution in your case.

– Kristina Bergsten

Why Us?

10+YRS

FIGHTING FOR
UNDERDOGS

5,376

ANIMALS SAVED

2

DEGREES OF
BLACK BELT

We fight for underdogs of all shapes and sizes.
Call us today for a 30-minute consultation charged at $100.

*consultation fee is non-refundable upon booking.

PRACTICE AREAS

Expertise in all areas of animal law: pet custody, lawsuits for cops shooting dogs, dog bite defense, service and emotional support animal representation, equine law, animal rescues, sanctuaries, and shelters, animal trainers, groomers, and pet sitters.

ANIMAL LAW

We understand how important your pet is to you. That is why our animal attorneys fight for the underdog in dog bite defense, aggressive or dangerous animal defense, suing police departments when cops shoot dogs, and civil actions such as pet custody (replevin or partition), small claims matters, parvo-puppy purchases from pet stores, personal injury, Equine, and pet trusts and estate planning.
If you have a problem involving your pet, we can help, no matter what problem you face!

SERVICE ANIMAL
REPRESENTATION

Our animal lawyers are experienced with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (the Colorado version of the ADA), and the Fair Housing Act and are ready to fight for you and your rights to be free from discrimination related to your use of a service animal. Whether you are facing housing, transportation, employment, or access discrimination based on your disability,The Animal Law Firm has the knowledge, experience, and compassion to get you and your service animal the justice Federal and State Law provides!

DEFENDING ANIMAL
RIGHTS ACTIVISTS

Animal liberation activists turn to The Animal Law Firm when they need a defense for protecting animals. You risk your lives and your freedom to save and protect sentient beings; let the animal law attorneys at The Animal Law Firm protect you! Animal rights is a social justice matter and our animal lawyers see and understand you. We know what it is like to face opposition to our values and beliefs and we are ready to defend you when you are facing criminal charges for yours. Let us help you help others.

PET
CUSTODY

Pet custody is a real thing and can be just as emotionally intense and devastating as child custody. The Animal Law Firm has been prosecuting and defending pet custody cases for ten years, keeping families together and helping former cohabitating partners make arrangements that are realistic for their needs. No matter what arrangement was made regarding your pet before, during, or after a breakup or the end of a pet-watching situation, our animal attorneys have the experience and knowledge you need to keep your pet safe or get your pet back from a vengeful ex-partner, family member, or former friend.

TESTIMONIALS

Kristina is an excellent attorney. She was extremely dedicated to my case. She gave me the strength and confidence to continue my battle for custody of my dog. I cannot say enough good qualities about her. I highly recommend her.

– Joanna

In a day and age where everybody seems to be fighting and there’s conflict everywhere, Kristina Bergsten brings a calm, experience to any situation. I hired her because I was being sued by my ex for the custody of our cats. She did not sugarcoat anything or tell me what I wanted to hear, instead, she clearly and kindly explained the law and took a strong stand for me.

If you want a dignified, affordable and experienced attorney, hire Kristina Bergsten!

– Charuta

I was very pleased with the help I received from Kristina Bergsten for my situation. She communicated with me well, during the time between court and was confident in her approaches. The judge even mentioned that I had good representation. My situation was over by pretrial as she was able to talk the DA into something I agreed on.

– Leroy

OUR TEAM

Attorney and Founder

Kristina M. Bergsten, Esquire

Kristina Bergsten is the owner and founder of The Animal Law Firm. She started practicing animal law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania before moving to Colorado to be close to mountains and, of course, lots of animals! As a vegan, her passion for animal rights extends to every area of her life. Her current pet projects (pun intended) consist of writing, directing, and producing her podcast, titled "Fighting for the Underdog", founding a charitable foundation to help human and animal welfare organizations, writing novels, and spending lots of time with her furry children, Maggie and Sophie.

Kristina is a 2018 COBALT Class graduate, a Board Member of Colorado Voters for Animals and the Denver Indian Family Welfare Center, an active member of the Colorado and Denver Bar Associations, a member of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, and a nationally and internationally recognized animal advocate.

Associate Attorney

Cerridwyn Nordstrom, Esquire

Cerridwyn Nordstrom is a legally blind attorney licensed in Colorado. She was born and raised in southern Colorado and attended the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. As a lifelong animal enthusiast and guide dog user, she is particularly passionate about the rights of service dogs and their handlers. Her capstone project in law school focused on current service dog policy and the ongoing struggles service dog handlers face. Outside of work, she is a hiking enthusiast and loves spending time with her menagerie of animals, including frogs, a gecko and a pair of axolotls, Aurora and Moira.

Cerridwyn is an active member of the National Federation of the Blind, the National Association of Guide Dog Users, the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association and the Colorado Disability Bar Association.

The Animal Law Firm

Sophie

Sophie Bergsten is the Office Manager. Like any office manager, no one is exactly sure what she does, but she is always here and never on time. Sophie is self-appointed to oversee Maggie’s work and is rarely satisfied with it. Sophie also likes to insert herself into video depositions and virtual court. In her free time, Sophie can be found sleeping in her cat tower, scheming to get outside, chasing grasshoppers, and yelling at Kristina for pets and cuddles.

The Animal Law Firm

Maggie

Maggie Bergsten is the administrative assistant for The Animal Law Firm. Her duties include mail alerts, package alerts, miscellaneous alerts during phone calls and virtual court, office safety checks, retrieving dropped pens, and brightening office morale. Occasionally she can be found sleeping on the job, but her cheerful attitude and organizational skills make her an invaluable part of the team. In her free time she can be found running 5ks, chasing squirrels, and mountaineering.