We handle civil claims against the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) and its affiliated churches for failures to protect children from known abusers. Survivors should know that even if your abuse happened in a smaller, local church, leadership at a higher level may still bear responsibility, especially after years of systemic cover-ups were exposed. You are not alone — and you are not powerless.
We’re a team of attorneys and survivor advocates who specialize in helping people who experienced childhood sexual abuse within religious institutions. Whether the abuse happened in a school, church, foster care, sports organization, or within your own family, we are here to:
Every state has its own laws about how long you have to take legal action (this is called a “statute of limitations”). But many states have changed their laws to give adult survivors more time.
Even if you think it’s “too late” — it might not be. We’ll help you understand your rights based on where you live, and if you want to move forward, we’ll support you through the process.
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You control the pace. Whether you’re ready to take legal action or just want someone to talk to, we’ll listen without judgment, and we’ll never push you to share more than you’re ready to.
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JUST REMEMBER: Your past doesn’t define you. But your truth deserves to be heard — and honored.
Please reach us at CSAClaims@jasonjoylaw.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Yes, potentially. Even though SBC churches are autonomous, recent evidence has shown that SBC leadership knew about widespread abuse and failed to act. In many cases, both the local church and broader leadership may be liable.
It’s incredibly common for survivors to wait years — even decades — before speaking out, especially in faith-based settings. Today, many states have changed their laws to give survivors more time to come forward. You may still have legal options, even if you think the window has closed.
Yes. In most cases, you can file your claim under a pseudonym (e.g., Jane/John Doe) to protect your identity. Your privacy is a priority!
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