Sexual Abuse by Clergy Members

Seeking Justice for Victims of Sexual Abuse by Clergy

Religious leaders occupy positions of power. Children are taught to trust and respect them. Every week, it seems, the news reports a new case of clergy abuse in which a church leader has taken advantage of his position to sexually assault a child in his congregation. Every time one of these incidents is brought to the light, it is the result of an act of courage by an innocent victim. At the law office of Hartley Hampton, we are dedicated to standing beside these courageous individuals.

Standing up for the rights of victims of clergy abuse

If you have been the victim of molestation by an abusive pastor, priest, minister, or other religious leader, we can help you. Since 1977, we have stood beside victims of childhood sexual abuse. We will listen to you. When you choose our firm to represent you, we will only take the steps that are right for you. We provide compassionate attention and personal care in every case we handle.

Three percent of boys in grades five through eight and five percent in grades nine through twelve report being sexually abused. Males are the least likely to report sexual assault.

Lawsuits against perpetrators of clergy abuse can bring about change. Pedophiles and sexual predators rarely have only one victim, particularly if they feel they are protected by the safe haven of the church. By confronting the criminal who abused you, you can take them out of their position of power and prevent them from harming any more children.

We will pursue clergy members who have committed abuse, as well as the religious organizations that have harbored them. We want to tear down the system they have created to perpetrate the abuse of trusting members of the community and congregation.

The service we provide is confidential and dedicated to protecting you. Our priority is to do what is right for you. We will take the time to listen to your needs and design a legal strategy that fits your situation.

For a free consultation, email us or call us toll free at 1-866-635-0811. Our team is available to represent people in our city of Houston, Texas, and throughout the nation.