As with almost any aspect of the legal profession, the law regarding animals is a complex one that can only be satisfactorily handled by an expert in that area. Examples of cases requiring such a person may include animal custody disputes, cases of malpractice by vets, anti-cruelty cases or criminal law regarding animal theft or injury.
This short list is by no means exhaustive and the advice of a specialist animal law firm should always be sought in disputes concerning animals. These may include troublesome pet cats or dogs, horses, cattle, sheep or even animals kept in zoos or safari parks.
As animal welfare legislation increases, so does the number of legal cases. Lawyers and barristers that work exclusively in this specialist field are located all over the UK, and organisations such as The Equine & Animal Lawyers Association can put you in touch with the right person to handle a particular case.
