Angelique Rivard, MA, JD

Angelique Rivard, MA, JD has a diverse and extensive work experience. From 2009 to 2015, they held various roles in different organizations. In 2009, they were a Legal/Administrative Intern at Pillinger Miller Tarallo, LLP, where they assisted attorneys with research and case evaluation. Angelique also worked as a Social Justice Legal Intern at the Equal Justice Alliance Coalition Group, where they researched, organized, and analyzed data concerning the unethical treatment of animals internationally. In 2010, they were a Graduate Assistant at the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Fordham University, where they assessed candidates for admissions into Fordham University's undergraduate schools. In 2013, they were a Legal Intern in the Investigations Department at the Westchester County District Attorney's Office and an Advocacy Department Volunteer at the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Angelique was also a Legislative Affairs Intern at The Humane Society of the United States. In 2014, they were a District Leader at The Humane Society of the United States, where they collaborated with state legislators and local animal organizations to advance animal legislation. In 2015, they were President and Chief Operating Officer at Lighter, where they were responsible for executing on high-level objectives while managing day-to-day operations of a 7-figure business. Angelique also served as Chief Of Staff.

Angelique Rivard, MA, JD completed their Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University in 2014, specializing in Animal Law and Matrimonial Law. Prior to that, they received their Master of Arts - MA from Fordham University in 2011, with a focus on Ethics and Society, Legal Concentration, and Animal Rights. Angelique completed their Bachelor of Science - BS from Fordham Gabelli School of Business in 2010, with a major in Business Administration and Marketing, and a minor in Business Law.