Bronwyn Stanford is a distinguished advocate renowned for her contributions to child and animal welfare, as well as her extensive legal career. Born and raised in East Brunswick, New Jersey, Stanford’s upbringing was steeped in a culture of ambition and resilience, influenced by her father, a Vice President at General Motors and an alumnus of Wharton and NYU. This foundation spurred her to excel both academically and athletically.

Stanford shone as a Division IA track and field athlete, specializing in the 800 and 1500 meters during her time at Springfield College and later at Western Michigan. Transitioning from athletics to law, she earned her law degree in 2003, embarking on a career that started with prosecuting domestic violence cases in Florida. Her legal path led her to significant roles at Carleton Fields, handling complex white-collar crime defenses, and ultimately to the Florida Department of Children and Families. There, she pioneered a state-run law firm dedicated to defending abused and neglected children, dramatically transforming child welfare services in the region.

Beyond the courtroom, Stanford is deeply committed to animal welfare. She founded CJPAWS, an organization focused on rescuing and rehabilitating vulnerable animals. Her passion extends to volunteering and fundraising for various animal welfare initiatives and maintaining a vegan lifestyle to promote health and sustainability.

Her leadership and dedication have earned her numerous accolades, including the Visionary Award for the State of Florida and the Stetson Alumni Award, marking her as a pivotal figure in both legal reform and community service.