Rev., JD/Animal Chaplain

Ginny Mikita is an animal protection attorney and founder of Mikita Kruse Law Center, providing legal advocacy for animals, neglected children, LGBTQ+ individuals, and incapacitated adults. She earned her law degree from Notre Dame Law School and began her career working on federal animal welfare legislation and cases with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals and the Animal Legal Defense Fund.

Ginny co-founded Attorneys for Animals and Michigan’s first State Bar Animal Law Section, and has contributed to landmark cases including the Nonhuman Rights Project case for chimpanzee liberty. She is also the founder of Animal Blessings, a nonprofit supporting the welfare and recognition of all animals. Recognised among Michigan’s Top Ten Lawyers, Ginny continues to write, educate, and provide grief support for animal caregivers.