Take Action for Animals Used in Research
Since 1979, April 24 has been recognized as the World Day for Laboratory Animals, commemorating the millions of animals used in scientific research and testing around the world. The Center for Animal Law Studies is raising awareness and sharing ideas for how you can help advocate for laboratory animals.
Why Wild Animals Need a Global Plastics Treaty
This Earth Day, Clinical Professor Erica Lyman explains why it will take global action to protect wild animals from the harmful effects of plastics.
Apply by May 1st: Scholarships for the Law & Ethics of Animal Testing Summer Course
Scholarships are available for visiting and auditing (with a certificate) students
Opening Doors for Women Lawyers
In honor of International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating Professor Joyce Tischler and the pivotal role women play in the animal protection movement.
Meet the Law Scholars for Change Scholars
Introducing Lewis & Clark Law Students Suzannah Smith (2L) and Melissa Baines (3L) as the recipients of the 2023-24 Law Scholars for Change Scholarships
Revolutionizing Animal Law Education in Chile
Diego Plaza (’20, LLM, Chile) shares how he’s advancing animal law education for his Global Ambassador Project.
The Lasting Legacy of Steven M. Wise (1950-2024)
Professor Joyce Tischler reflects on the life and legacy of animal rights law champion, Steve Wise
In-Person Advanced Degree Application Window Closes Soon!
Join the next generation of animal advocates by pursuing one of our advanced degrees. Apply by February 1st for Fall 2024.
15 Years of Advancing Legal Progress for Animals
This year commemorates the 15-year anniversary of the Center for Animal Law Studies’ founding. In honor of this milestone, we reflect on the remarkable growth of animal law education since CALS opened its doors in 2008 and some of our key achievements.
Announcing the ANIMALEX Initiative
The Center for Animal Law Studies and Bond University are collaborating to make animal law educational resources freely accessible to anyone, everywhere.
On Thanksgiving, I think about my “turkey boyfriends”
A Thanksgiving reflection by Professor Joyce Tischler
Global Law Alliance and Partners Secure Critical Steps to Address China’s Role in Pangolin Trafficking
Critical Tool Could Save Imperiled Species
Animal Advocates Join Together for the 31st Annual Animal Law Conference
Co-hosted by the Center for Animal Law Studies and the Animal Legal Defense Fund, the Animal Law Conference is the preeminent event in the ever-burgeoning animal law field.
Welcoming Applications for the Brooks Institute for Animal Rights Law & Policy LLM Fellowships
We are delighted to invite fellowship applications for the 2024-25 Academic Year.
CALS Ambassador Focuses on Helping Farmed Animals in Zimbabwe
Yvonne Gurira (’22, LLM, Zimbabwe) shares how she’s spearheading community outreach and stakeholder collaboration for her Global Ambassador Project.
Announcing the World’s First Animal Law Doctoral Program
Applications are now being accepted for the inaugural Fall 2024 class.
The EATS Act: A Dangerous Step Backwards for Farmed Animal Protection
As we honor World Farmed Animal Day, Professor Joyce Tischler and 3L Akela Baldwin share what you should know to protect important legal advancements made for farmed animals.
Announcing Our 2023-24 Brooks Institute Animal Law LLM Fellows
Rachel De Graaf and Annie Sloan are recipients of the highly competitive Brooks Institute for Animal Rights Law & Policy LLM Fellowships.
United States Finds China’s Pangolin Trade Undermines Wildlife Treaty
Pangolins are the most heavily trafficked mammals in the world. The Global Law Alliance for Animals and the Environment, together with collaborating organizations, successfully pursued a Pelly Petition to protect them.
Respecting Wildlife is Protecting Wildlife
On National Wildlife Day, we focus on the harms caused when humans inappropriately interact with wild animals.
Announcing Our New CALS Ambassadors
Four international alumni have been selected through our Global Ambassador Program to advance animal protection and animal law in their country.
Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing is a Crisis for Sharks and Other Aquatic Animals
Across the globe, aquatic animals and oceans are in peril due to industrial-scale fishing.
Unregulated fishing explodes, spells doom for jumbo flying squids in the absence of real change
In honor of World Oceans Day, our Global Law Alliance for Animals and the Environment (GLA) dives into the perils facing the highly intelligent jumbo flying squid and their importance to marine ecosystems.
Ukrainian Lawyer, Hanna Tereshko, Honored with Outstanding Animal Law LLM Graduate Award
This merit award is given annually in memory of Florence Kaufelt, a lifelong friend of animals, to a graduate of our Animal Law LLM Program.
Dr. Raj Reddy Named Assistant Professor of Animal Law
Dr. Rajesh K. Reddy steps into a critical new role as an Assistant Professor of Animal Law at the Center for Animal Law Studies (CALS) at Lewis & Clark Law School.
U.S. Supreme Court Upholds California Prop 12: Get Farmed Animals Out of Cages
Professor Joyce Tischler summarizes why the United States Supreme Court’s decision upholding Proposition 12 is monumental for animals.
Announcing the Brooks Institute for Animal Rights Law & Policy LLM Fellowship
We are delighted to invite applications for the newly created Brooks Institute for Animal Rights Law & Policy LLM Fellowships for the 2023-24 Academic Year.
Panama Gives Rights to Sea Turtles
A new law in Panama recognizes the rights of sea turtles. In our latest blog, our team at the Global Law Alliance for Animals and the Environment breaks down its potential impact.
Become a CALS Ambassador: Apply Now!
Our Global Ambassador Program empowers and supports our advanced degree alumni. The application window for our third round is now open!
Working to Protect Uganda’s Wildlife
With the help of a CALS Global Ambassador grant, Gladys Kamasanyu (‘LLM, 20) recently compiled and published a Compendium of Wildlife Laws in Uganda.