Animal law is a new and emerging area of law and concerns protecting the rights of animals, assisting owners with issues regarding their pets and taking action against those who have mistreated and harmed animals.
The types of cases we can assist with include:
- Taking action where animals have been harmed and abused;
- Defending animal activists;
- Wrongful death;
- Nuisance;
- Veterinary negligence/malpractice;
- Administrative law (challenging Ministerial and Departmental decisions as well as agency rules and regulations that affect animals' fundamental interests);
- Body corporate exclusion of pets;
- Litigation for farm animals and animals used in sport or entertainment;
- Dangerous dog cases;
- Family law - pet custody battles;
- Estate planning (for pets).
Contact us to find out more or to arrange an appointment.