If you or someone you know has suffered from abuse by an Elder of LDS, High Priest or Bishop, or Other employee of LDS , it’s time to break the sinister silence and reclaim your power.
Our dedicated team is here to provide support, guidance, and a path to justice, ensuring you get the compensation you are owed.
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The disturbing reports of abuse within the LDS Church highlight how pervasive this issue has been for years, impacting countless young lives.
At our team, we understand the difficulty in coming forward and seeking justice. We are here to advocate for you and provide support every step of the way. We recognize that abuse in these settings leaves lasting trauma, and we are committed to fighting for the healing and accountability victims deserve.
Taking legal action against the LDS Church is more than a quest for compensation; it’s a step toward holding the institution accountable and challenging a culture that has too often concealed harm.
If you or someone you know has been a victim of such abuse, know that you have the right to seek justice, regardless of how long ago it occurred. You are not alone, and your story deserves to be heard.
Together, we can work to end this pattern of abuse and create a safer future for all.
By pursuing a claim, you may be eligible to recover compensation for:
If the negligence of the LDS Church results in the tragic loss of a loved one, you have the right to seek justice.
Why Choose LDS Advocates with McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP
At McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP, we have extensive experience representing survivors of institutional abuse. Our team helped secure over $4 billion in settlements for survivors, with Patrick McNicholas serving as lead and co-lead counsel on behalf of more than 7,000 individuals abused in Los Angeles County juvenile detention facilities.
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The attorneys at McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP have tried more than 300 trials to verdict and obtained multimillion dollar results for our clients. For more than three decades, McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP has built a reputation as one of California’s leading law firms. Founded by a family of attorneys spanning three generations, John McNicholas and sons, Patrick and Matthew, have tried hundreds of cases to jury verdict on behalf of clients. When you are wronged by the negligence of individuals or corporations, put your trust in our experienced legal team to help you move forward.
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