We Recognize and Respect the Courage It Takes to Come Forward

The decision to reach out to a lawyer to explore a possible lawsuit is a difficult and monumental one for anyone who has been subjected to sexual abuse. At Berman & Simmons, we recognize the incredible courage and strength that it takes for you to come forward and share your story. When you are ready to move forward, our sexual abuse attorneys are here to help.

Maine’s First Trauma-Informed Legal Team for Sex Abuse Survivors

Berman & Simmons pioneered the practice of trauma informed lawyering in Maine.  All of our sexual abuse lawyers and staff have received trauma-informed training to help us better represent our clients. We will work with you in a manner that acknowledges the difficulty of discussing your experiences. With empathy, respect, patience, and a steadfast dedication to your well-being, we will listen to you and guide you through the legal process at every step. Our lawyers are committed to maintaining confidentiality, respecting personal boundaries, and standing up against people and institutions intent on silencing your voice.

You Need the Best In Your Corner

Survivors deserve the best representation. That’s why Berman & Simmons has partnered with professional experts in the field of sexual abuse and assault response services to develop the best practices for working with survivors of sexual assault and abuse.  We will work hard to give you choices, provide a supportive attorney-client relationship, and help hold perpetrators accountable and win your case.  By bringing your claim, you can help prevent future abuse and keep the community safer.

We will form the best team to represent you.  As a Berman & Simmons client, you won’t go through any of this alone.

Bringing Accountability to Institutional Child Sex Abuse

When child sex abuse arises in the context of an organization or larger group, Berman & Simmons stands ready to take on the intuitions that failed to protect the children under their care.

Churches and Religious Institutions
Abuse occurs across religions and denominations, often violating deep trust. We stand prepared to take on any religious group, from the Catholic Church, to Jehovah’s Witnesses, to Seventh Day Adventists, or The Salvation Army.   We support abuse survivors regardless of their beliefs or the institution’s size.

Private Schools
Private schools must ensure the safety of the minor students under their care, both inside and outside of the classroom.  When teachers, coaches, or staff members take advantage of students, we hold schools accountable.

Youth Sports and Clubs
Youth organizations must protect the children that participate in their programs.  When coaches, instructors, or volunteers abuse the children in these programs, we help ensure survivors receive the justice and support they deserve.

Summer Camps
Summer camps are supposed to be a place where children make happy memories, but all too often they have provided settings for sexual abuse to be carried out against campers.  Whether the abuse was by a counselor or staff member, we stand up for the children who were abused while attending summer camp in Maine.

Request a free consultation with a Maine attorney today. Call (207) 417-4199 or reach us online. Virtual consultations are available.