Programs
The Animal Legal Defense Fund’s primary programs include:
Criminal Justice
ALDF's Criminal Justice Program works with law enforcement and prosecutors to seek maximum penalties for animal abusers.
Litigation
Our Litigation Program files cutting-edge lawsuits to stop the abuse of companion animals, and animals abused in industries including factory farming and the entertainment business.
Animal Law
Our Animal Law Program is dedicated to fostering the field of animal law among legal professionals and in law schools nationwide.








