Investigation into Sexual Abuse Allegations at New Albany Church
Our firm is actively investigating legal claims related to clergy sexual abuse and church misconduct at a New Albany, Ohio church. The Licking County Sheriff’s Office has reportedly launched an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse of minors at this religious institution. Survivors of religious institution sexual abuse deserve justice, and our experienced church abuse lawyers are here to help. If you or a loved one has been affected by church-related sexual abuse, we encourage you to reach out for a free and confidential consultation to learn more about your legal rights.
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We understand the courage it takes to come forward. Our church abuse attorneys are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring your voice is heard. We provide compassionate, discreet, and strategic legal guidance tailored to your unique situation.
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If you or someone you know is a survivor of sexual abuse at this New Albany church, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit. Our legal team specializes in sexual abuse litigation and has helped survivors secure significant settlements and hold institutions accountable.
New Albany Church Sexual Abuse Investigation
– The Licking County Sheriff’s Office has opened an investigation into allegations of church-related sexual misconduct.
– Survivors of clergy sexual abuse may have the right to file a lawsuit against religious institutions that allowed misconduct to occur.
– Our firm provides free case evaluations to help survivors understand their legal options.
Related News
• New Albany Church Under Investigation for Sexual Abuse
Our Commitment to Survivors of Church Sexual Abuse
Our firm is nationally recognized for specializing in clergy abuse litigation, with a proven track record of securing significant settlements and achieving systemic reforms for survivors.
Notable Achievements:
– University Sexual Abuse Settlements: Secured, along with co-counsel, a historic $215 million settlement on behalf of female patients of a university gynecologist accused of sexual misconduct.
– Litigation Against Educational Institutions: Represented former students and athletes in cases concerning sexual misconduct by university staff, leading to substantial settlements and ongoing litigation.
– Institutional Reform Settlements: Achieved class action settlements resulting in landmark institutional reforms addressing on-campus sexual misconduct.
– Lawsuits Against Behavioral Health Organizations: Filed lawsuits alleging abuse of children in care of a behavioral health center, seeking compensatory and other damages for the victims.
– Detention Center Abuse Lawsuits: Represented former residents in lawsuits seeking damages for abuse suffered during their time in these facilities.
Through these and other cases, we have demonstrated a steadfast commitment to advocating for survivors of sexual abuse, securing substantial financial settlements, and driving meaningful changes within institutions to prevent future misconduct.
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Sauder Schelkopf has a nationally recognized litigation practice. The firm currently serves as court-appointed lead counsel in courts across the country. The attorneys at Sauder Schelkopf have recovered over $1 billion on behalf of their clients and class members. Our firm was recognized by the Legal Intelligencer’s 2022 Professional Excellence Awards. The Legal Intelligencer’s Professional Excellence Awards honor Pennsylvania law firms and attorneys who have made a significant, positive impact on the legal profession. Our firm was named in the Litigation Departments of the Year (Specialty Area category; runner-up), an award that honors the best litigation practice in a small or mid-sized firm in Pennsylvania. This recognition was based on the firm’s 2021 litigation work and its important ongoing cases. LawDragon has recognized our attorneys in its list of the “500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers” for 2022. This list notes: “From the opioid epidemic to toxic substances and defective products, truck accidents to wildfires and sexual abuse, these are the lawyers who stand on the front line in individual lawsuits and class actions seeking justice.” Mr. Schelkopf was named to Pennsylvania’s Best Lawyers® 2022 for Class Actions/Mass Tort Litigation. The American Lawyer named Mr. Sauder to its 2021 Northeast Trailblazers. The honor recognizes 60 lawyers who are “truly agents of change.” It “recognizes professionals in the Northeast who have moved the needle in the legal industry.” The Legal Intelligencer named Mr. Sauder and Mr. Schelkopf in its 2020 Pennsylvania Trailblazers list recognizing 31 lawyers who “have taken extra measures to contribute to positive outcomes . . . and who are truly agents of change.” The Legal highlighted the firm’s innovative work on advocacy as class counsel in large institutional sex abuse cover-ups, women’s, and children’s rights. Our attorneys have also consistently been recognized by their peers being named to Pennsylvania SuperLawyer, a distinction held by the top 5% of attorneys in Pennsylvania. The National Trial Lawyers Association has also selected our attorneys as the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Pennsylvania.
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If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual misconduct, you can confidentially contact the lawyers at Sauder Schelkopf by filling out the form on this page or calling 888.711.9975