/ Historical Institutional Abuse

Our team represents people who were abused in institutions as children and helps them claim compensation from the institution for the impact of the abuse on their life.

These claims are about physical and sexual abuse of children in a wide range of settings such as schools, religious organisations, foster care and out of home care, child welfare agencies, youth detention centres, children’s homes and sporting organisations.

Our clients come from all walks of life and are based all over Australia — from the big cities to remote communities.

Our Approach

Childhood abuse has deep and long-lasting effects.

Our lawyers are at the forefront of the profession with their expertise and experience — however it is our compassion and care that sets us apart. Our approach combines technical expertise and strong advocacy with sensitivity and respect, so you are supported every step of the way.

Claims Process

Historical institutional abuse cases are complex. They often involve events that occurred decades ago, missing or incomplete records, and powerful institutions. We have in-depth experience navigating these challenges. We understand the legal issues, how to gather the evidence we need, and all the options available — and we use that knowledge to strengthen your claim.

We work on a no win, no pay basis. When you choose us to handle your historical abuse case, there are no upfront legal fees to worry about. We only get paid if we successfully recover compensation for you — so you have peace of mind and the confidence to move forward without financial stress.

Institutions

Our team has helped people with their claims for abuse suffered in institutions around Australia including:

  • Aboriginal Welfare Officers
  • Acmena Juvenile Justice Centre
  • Algate House Broken Hill
  • Anglican Diocese of Newcastle
  • Assemblies of God
  • Australian Christian Churches
  • Brush Farm
  • Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney
  • Catholic Care
  • Catholic Diocese of Maitland
  • Catholic Diocese of Parramatta
  • Catholic Diocese of Wilcannia-Forbes
  • Christian Brothers Manly
  • Cobham Juvenile Justice Centre
  • Cootamundra Girls Home
  • De La Salle College Caringbah
  • De La Salle College Marrickville
  • Foster Carers
  • Knox Grammar School
  • Marist Brothers College Maitland
  • Minda Juvenile Justice Centre
  • Mittagong Training School for Boys
  • Mt Penang Training School
  • NSW Department of Education
  • Orana Juvenile Justice Centre
  • Ormond Training School in Thornleigh
  • Reiby Juvenile Justice Centre
  • Riverina Juvenile Justice Centre
  • Salvation Army
  • Sydney Catholic Schools Ltd
  • Trustees of Sisters of St Joseph

If you or someone you know was abused in an institution, contact us for a confidential and obligation free consultation.

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