338.01 Animal Law

This course will examine a number of topics related to the law of animals, including various issues that arise under the laws of property, contracts, torts, and trusts and estates. It will also examine various criminal law issues and constitutional law questions. The class will consider such issues as the definition of "animal" as applicable to anti-cruelty statutes, the collection of damages for harm to animals, establishing standing for animal suits, first amendment protections, and the nuances of various federal laws.

Spring 2018

Course Number Course Credits Evaluation Method Instructor
338.01
2
Reflective Writing
Class participation
Amanda Schwoerke
Course
Degree Requirements
JD elective
IntlLLM-SJD-EXC elective
IntlLLM Environ Cert
Course Requirements - Public Interest
PIPS elective
Course Areas of Practice
Civil Litigation: Practice and Procedure
Constitutional Law and Civil Rights
Criminal Law and Procedure
Law, Democracy, and Society