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Jennifer Jacquet and Becca Franks on Industrial Fishing and Fish Farming
New York University’s Dr. Jennifer Jacquet and Dr. Becca Franks discussed science and policy issues related to industrial fishing and fish farming on November 12, 2019.
LEAP Hosts ASPCA’s Nancy Perry on Wildlife Law
The ASPCA’s Nancy Perry pokes about her work as a strategist, lobbyist and spokesperson for legislation regarding humane treatment of wild horses on October 28, 2019.
When We Talk About Animals Podcast
Doug Kysar and Jon Lovvorn on law in the Anthropocene
Lingxi Chenyang ’20 Wins Prestigious Animal Law Award
Lingxi Chenyang ’20, a Student Fellow in the Law, Ethics & Animals Program (LEAP), received the inaugural New York University Animal Studies Award for her paper, “Is Meat the New Tobacco? Regulating Food Demand in the Age of Climate Change.”
Lori Gruen Speaks with Students About Research, Zoo, and Circus Animal Law
Philosopher Lori Gruen spoke to the Animal Law class about ethical and political questions raised by keeping animals in captivity, and laws involving research, zoo, and circus animals.
Jonathan Lovvorn on Animal Law and the Climate Crisis
Jonathan Lovvorn, Faculty Co-Director of the Law, Ethics & Animals Program (LEAP) at the Law School, gave a talk as part of the Animal Law Speaker Series.
David Wolfson Speaks About Legal Strategies to Protect Farm Animals
The Law, Ethics & Animals Program (LEAP) at Yale Law School hosted David Wolfson, Executive Director of Milbank, a partner of the firm’s Corporate Group, and a key strategist, pro bono attorney and supporter of the farm animal protection movement.
Justin Marceau Calls on Animal Welfare Movement to Move “Beyond Cages”
The Law, Ethics & Animals Program (LEAP) hosted Justin Marceau, Professor of Law at University of Denver, for a discussion of his new book, Beyond Cages: Animal Law and Criminal Punishment.
LEAP Welcomes Inaugural Student Fellows
Twenty-six students from Yale’s graduate and professional programs have joined the Law, Ethics & Animals Program at Yale Law School as LEAP Student Fellows.