Careers and Professional Growth

Explore the role of litigation in protecting animals. Learn how Lewis & Clark’s Animal Law Trial Advocacy course prepares students for effective courtroom advocacy.

Women have played a vital role in shaping animal protection and animal law. From early advocates to today’s leaders, their impact continues to drive change for animals worldwide.

Industrial animal agriculture law quietly shapes everyday life, from food systems and environmental health to animal welfare and public health. This article explores how legal frameworks governing CAFOs impact animals, communities, and ecosystems and how law students are learning to challenge and reform these systems.

Animal law careers require strong legal knowledge, communication, advocacy, and innovative problem-solving. Learn how the Animal Law Advanced Degree Program equips advocates with the skills to make meaningful change for animals.

Discover how an advanced degree in animal law can help lawyers and legal professionals transition into impactful careers in animal protection. Explore CALS’ online and in-person LLM and MSL programs at Lewis & Clark Law School.

The Center for Animal Law Studies at Lewis & Clark Law School hosted a webinar on admissions, scholarships, and program details for the LLM and MSL in Animal Law.

Learn how animal advocates use legislation and lobbying to advance animal protection laws. This article shares practical tips from the Animal Law Legislation and Lobbying course, including how to draft policy, build support, and engage policymakers effectively.

The Aquatic Animal Law course at Lewis & Clark Law School explores legal protections for marine and freshwater animals, examining how law addresses animal welfare, sentience, and global aquatic ecosystems.

Animals share our world, inspiring awe and joy. Whether it’s the graceful flight of a bird, the playful antics of a companion dog, or the majestic presence of an elephant, animals contribute to and support the rich tapestry of life on earth. However, while coexisting, humans also engage in widespread exploitation of animals, when their

Explore how an animal conservation law degree prepares students for careers in wildlife protection, global conservation law, and efforts to combat wildlife crime and biodiversity loss.