Richard Bruce Rosenthal, Esq. – The Dog Lawyer is a nationally recognized authority in animal and dangerous dog law, dedicated to protecting pets through aggressive and innovative legal advocacy. Known for setting legal precedents and passionately defending animals from unjust treatment, euthanasia, or custody disputes, this practice stands out for its unique focus on civil rights-based defense strategies for pets and all animals.
With decades of trial expertise in criminal defense and family law, Richard Bruce Rosenthal takes a client-centered, results-driven approach, treating each case as a personal mission. He is widely sought by pet owners facing dangerous dog allegations, custody battles, or estate planning needs for their animals, offering 24/7 availability and a commitment to challenge outdated legal frameworks that treat pets merely as property.
Services Offered
- Dangerous Dog Cases
- Pet Custody
- Pet Trust & Wills
- Estate Planning
- Criminal Law
- Animal Law
- Breed Specific Legislation Defense
- Civil Rights Violation Cases for Animals
- Representation for All Animals (including horses, turtles, etc.)
- Orders of Protection for Pets
Operating nationally with a track record of landmark cases in multiple states, Richard Bruce Rosenthal has successfully overturned breed-specific legislation, prevented wrongful seizures, and secured emotional damages recognition for harmed animals, making him a leading advocate in the evolving field of animal law.
