Litigation
Filing High Impact Lawsuits that Expand the Protections for Animals Under the Law
The Animal Legal Defense Fund goes to court for animals. From filing high-impact lawsuits to providing amicus curiae briefs, our litigation work is a primary tool in our work to advance the interests of animals. Our team of expert staff attorneys may bring suit themselves, or we may retain outside counsel to represent us. We may file either as a named plaintiff, or as the attorneys for other organizations or individuals. Our civil actions on behalf of animals often include filing amicus curiae briefs arguing the case for recognition of the bonds between humans and nonhuman animals, and filing formal complaints against government agencies charged with enforcing laws meant to protect animals.
Litigation Program Team
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Matthew Liebman
Director of Litigation -
Alene Anello
Litigation Fellow -
Amanda Howell
Staff Attorney -
Anthony Eliseuson
Senior Staff Attorney -
Chris Berry
Senior Staff Attorney -
Cristina Stella
Senior Staff Attorney -
Daniel Waltz
Staff Attorney -
Kelsey Eberly
Staff Attorney -
Tyler Lobdell
Food Law Fellow
Related Cases
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Challenging FSA’s Medium-sized CAFO Exemptions
Dakota Rural Action v. United States Department of Agriculture
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Challenging Petland’s Business Practices (Racketeering Class Action)
Rosalba Cisneros v Petland, Inc
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Defending an Individual’s Right to Protect Her Dog
Tiffanie Hupp v State Trooper Seth Cook
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Animal Legal Defense Fund has appealed an Oregon state court's dismissal of a lawsuit filed by a horse named Justice against his abuser. Justice’s lawsuit seeks to recover the costs of his ongoing medical care, his pain and suffering caused by the abuse.January 22, 2019 Press Release -
Farmers Inn Roadside Zoo Sued for Mistreatment of Animals
Animal Legal Defense Fund alleges violations of the Endangered Species Act and state laws.January 15, 2019 Press Release
