Student Animal Legal Defense Fund
Student Animal Legal Defense Fund (SALDF) chapters are student groups that are affiliated with the Animal Legal Defense Fund and share its mission to protect the lives and advance the interests of animals through the legal system.
SALDF News
The latest and greatest happenings with our SALDF Chapters. Do you have SALDF news to share? Let us know about it! Contact Nicole Pallotta.
Animal Law Gaining Ground in the United States
February 28, 2008
As attitudes have evolved during the past 20 years, animal law practice and education have steadily increased, and they continue to gain ground.
Virginia Animal Law Society Vice President Wins Animal Law Writing Competition
February 2, 2008
Elisabeth Custalow recently won the inaugural Pet JD animal law writing competition for her article, "Protecting Virginia’s Animals: What Treatment Is Required by Virginia Law of Animals in the Commonwealth?"
Work to End Greyhound Racing in Massachusetts
November 15, 2007
Marissa Dirks, Harvard SALDF president, wrote this editorial about the cruel dog racing industry, which appeared in The Record, the independent newspaper at Harvard Law School.
Helping Animals Through the Law
June 7, 2007
Tamara McElyrea, vice president of Thomas M. Cooley Law School SALDF chapter discusses why animal law is here to stay.
Harvard Law School Hosts National Animal Advocacy Competitions
March 1, 2007
In February, law students from all over the country competed at the fourth annual National Animal Advocacy Competitions (NAAC) at Harvard Law School.
"Alert Status Red:" Animal Law Conference a Success
February 4, 2007
The University of Victoria School of Law's second annual conference on animal rights and the law left attendees craving more.
New Student Group Helps Bring Animal Law Class to University of Texas Law
January 22, 2007
Animal Law is being taught this spring for the first time at The University of Texas School of Law thanks to the school's SALDF members.
Events
Check out the following conferences, academic symposiums, and speaking engagements around the country relating to animals and the legal system.
Law Students & SALDF Chapters
The Animal Legal Defense Fund has numerous resources for law students interested in the field of animal law.
- ALDF assists with the development of student animal law groups, such as Student Animal Legal Defense Fund (SALDF) chapters.
- ALDF facilitates the development of animal law courses at law schools through collaboration with students, faculty and law school administration.
- ALDF provides educational resources and assistance with student activities, including volunteer opportunities and speaking engagements For more information, email us.
- ALDF provides grant opportunities for animal law related projects.
- ALDF develops networking opportunities with other law students and law professionals through our Animal Law 101 program, events, and by becoming a student ALDF member.
Law Student & Student Animal Legal Defense Fund Chapter Resources:
How Law Students Can Get Involved in Animal Law
December 2, 2008
Law students interested in this cutting-edge field must be inventive and proactive in seeking out opportunities to become involved. Here are some suggestions for getting involved in animal law.
Student Animal Legal Defense Fund Website
December 2, 2008
Student Animal Legal Defense Fund (SALDF) chapters are student groups that are affiliated with the Animal Legal Defense Fund and share its mission to protect the lives and advance the interests of animals through the legal system.
Animal Law 101
December 2, 2008
Developed for law students and law professionals, this tutorial focuses on fostering the growth of animal law in academia and legal practice. Animal Law 101 is in its new format and can be viewed online.
Bar Association Animal Law Sections and Committees
December 2, 2008
Bar Association Animal Law Sections and Committees are established in many states and assist legal professionals interested in animal law.
Animal Law Books & Periodicals
December 2, 2008
The Animal Legal Defense Fund has compiled a concise list of animal law publications, academic journals and selected books.
Law Student Application for Animal Law Program Membership
December 2, 2008
Join Animal Legal Defense Fund's Animal Law Program! As a law student member, you'll receive ALDF's quarterly newsletter, The Animals' Advocate, and bi-annual bulletin, ALDF Attorney Update, a bi-annual subscription to Animal Law Review, email updates and more.
Animal Law Courses
December 2, 2008
The Animal Legal Defense Fund offers this comprehensive list of animal law courses offered throughout the United States and Canada.
How to Start an Animal Law Class at Your School
December 2, 2008
The Animal Legal Defense Fund suggests the following steps to start an animal law course at your law school.
Where Should You Go To Law School?
December 2, 2008
Selecting a law school to attend is a critical decision for future animal attorneys. ALDF offers these tips to finding the school that's right for you.
Student Animal Legal Defense Fund (SALDF) Chapters
December 2, 2008
Student Animal Legal Defense Fund (SALDF) chapters are ALDF’s law student groups, representing on campuses across the nation our mission to protect the lives and advance the interests of animals through the legal system.
How to Start a SALDF Chapter at Your School
December 2, 2008
The following materials are designed to help you with the process of forming a Student Animal Legal Defense Fund (SALDF) chapter at your law school.
SALDF Project Grants
December 2, 2008
The process of applying for a Student Animal Legal Defense Fund grant for your chapter is discussed on this page.
SALDF Project Ideas
December 2, 2008
There are many ways your chapter can advocate on behalf of animals and raise awareness about animal law on campus and in the wider community. Here is a list of suggestions to help you get started.
SALDF Speaker Suggestions
December 2, 2008
Looking for a speaker for your SALDF event? Here is a helpful list of suggestions.
SALDF Film Screening Suggestions
December 2, 2008
This list includes films that have been screened by SALDF chapters at their events.
Employment
Looking for a career in animal law? ALDF offers a list of current employment opportunities at various law firms and non-profit organizations across the country.
Senior Vice President/Anti Cruelty Group
December 2, 2008
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
New York, New York
New York, New York
Clerkships, Internships & Fellowships
Law students looking for clerkships, internships or fellowships can find a comprehensive list of opportunities here.
David Reuben Legal Clerkships, Summer 2009
December 2, 2008
Animal Legal Defense Fund
Cotati, California
Cotati, California
Externship Fall 2008, Spring & Summer 2009
December 2, 2008
Equal Justice Alliance
Work at school or home.
Work at school or home.
Litigation Fellowship - Puppy Mills and Animal Fighting
December 2, 2008
Humane Society of The United States
Washington D.C.
Washington D.C.
Litigation Fellowship - Wildlife Abuse
December 2, 2008
Humane Society of The United States
Washington D.C.
Washington D.C.
Other Opportunities
Find other exciting opportunities in the field of animal law such as scholarships, writing competitions, grants, and more.
ALDF Advancement of Animal Law Scholarships
December 2, 2008
Animal Legal Defense Fund Advancement of Animal Law Scholarships are available to second and third year law student members of our student chapters and will be awarded based upon demonstrated commitment to ALDF’s mission.
Expanded Project Grant Opportunities for SALDF Chapters
December 2, 2008
SALDF project grants will no longer be capped at $500 per semester, which means chapters will be eligible to apply for project appropriate funding to undertake worthwhile animal law projects that assist in advancing ALDF’s mission.
Animal Advocacy Competitions at Harvard Law School
December 2, 2008
The Center for Animal Law Studies, at Lewis & Clark in collaboration with Animal Legal Defense Fund is pleased to announce the 2009 Animal Advocacy Competitions at Harvard Law School, February 6-8, 2009.
Call for Papers
December 2, 2008
The University of Quebec in Montreal will host the first International Animal Law Conference in Canada: "The animal, within the sphere of humans' needs" on May 21-22, 2009. Submit your papers now.
Student Writing Competition
December 2, 2008
The New York State Bar Association Special Committee on Animals and the Law is sponsoring a student writing competition. The deadline for submission is June 15, 2009.
Student Animal Legal Defense Fund Chapter Spotlight
University of Oklahoma College of Law’s "Dog Day Afternoon" and Puppy Mill Campaign
November 1, 2008
People for Animal Welfare & Safety (P.A.W.S.) worked with local animal protection organizations and shelters in a combined effort to prevent animal cruelty.
Stetson University College of Law: Creating Opportunities for Students
October 1, 2008
Stetson University College of Law SALDF is hosting a three-part luncheon speaker series for the fall semester.
Ventura College of Law: Adding a Course and Advocating for Animals
September 1, 2008
The Ventura College of Law Student Animal Legal Defense Fund chapter, who recently celebrated its one-year anniversary, reflects on their accomplishments and activities.
University of Florida: Volunteering at "Rooterville"
May 1, 2008
The University of Florida’s Student Animal Legal Defense Fund (SALDF) chapter members took part in a large-scale volunteer event at Rooterville, a local pot-bellied pig sanctuary.
Cornell University: Bob Barker Invitational Beer Pong Tournament for the Animals
April 1, 2008
Cornell SALDF’s hallmark event, held once per semester, is the Bob Barker Invitational Beer Pong Tournament for the Animals benefiting the Tompkins County SPCA’s low-income spay and neuter program.
Seton Hall University: First Annual "Men of SHU Law Calendar"
March 1, 2008
The Seton Hall Law SALDF introduced their first annual Men of SHU Law Calendar, consisted of 12 second and third year male students at the school posing (fully clothed of course!) with their companion animals.
University of Louisville-Brandeis: Vegan Taco Bar and Companion Animal Photo Contest
February 1, 2008
The Brandeis SALDF chapter is the first and only chapter in Kentucky, and since its inception last spring has been very successful in raising awareness regarding animal related legal issues in Kentucky.
Rutgers-Camden: Animal Shelter Blanket Drive
January 1, 2008
The Rutgers University School of Law–Camden Student Animal Legal Defense Fund organized a Blanket Drive for the shelter, encouraging the law school community to bring their old sheets, towels, quilts, blankets, and comforters in to school to donate to the shelter.
Vermont Law School: Vegan Thanksgiving
December 1, 2007
During the cold and dark pre-exam stress period, when the typical Vermont Law School student’s diet has been reduced to ramen noodles and frozen burritos, SALDF is preparing what has become a school tradition: Vegan Thanksgiving.
Chicago-Kent College of Law: Getting an Animal Law Course Added to the Curriculum
November 1, 2007
Until recently, there was not an animal law course being taught at Chicago-Kent College of Law; the Chicago-Kent SALDF made it their goal to change this.
University of California–Berkeley: Animal Awareness Week
September 1, 2007
Each spring, Boalt Hall Animal Law Society hosts an Animal Awareness Week on campus to educate students and faculty at the University of California–Berkeley about issues involving animals in our society, the lack of protection that animals have through our existing laws, and how we can promote the humane treatment of animals.
Quinnipiac University: "People and Animals in Crisis:" Public Forum on Protecting Animals in Domestic Violence Situations
May 1, 2007
The SALDF chapter at Quinnipiac University School of Law recently gained some community recognition through efforts on behalf of Connecticut S.B. 284, a bill pending in the Connecticut state legislature that would allow judges to issue orders of protections for animals in domestic violence situations.
University of Washington: The Social Costs of Factory Farms
April 1, 2007
The University of Washington SALDF, along with the UW Center for Human Rights and Justice and the Latin@ Law Student Association hosted a forum on the social costs of factory farms.
University of Texas-Austin: "Picture Yourself With Santa" Charity Event
March 1, 2007
Members of the Student Animal Legal Defense Fund (SALDF) at the University of Texas at Austin School of Law hosted their first annual "Picture Yourself With Santa" charity event.
Northwestern University Law School: Establishing an Animal Legal Protection Clinic
February 1, 2007
With the help of a $1 million grant to Northwestern University School of Law by Bob Barker, SALDF members laid the groundwork for an Animal Legal Protection Clinic.
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