School Sexual Assault & Abuse Lawyers
They Protect Predators. We Protect Survivors.
Our firm holds schools, colleges, and universities accountable for the profound betrayal of sexual abuse and assault. We are the trial lawyers who dismantle the institutional cover-ups and give survivors a powerful voice in the courtroom.
Schools have a system for burying the truth. We have a record of unearthing it.
When sexual assault occurs, the institution’s first move is to protect its reputation. Their lawyers and crisis teams are experts at silencing victims, denying responsibility, and hiding evidence. Our firm exists to expose that strategy and hold them accountable for every failure that led to your harm.
Accountability for Abuse at Every Level of Education
Perpetrators and the negligent institutions that enable them must be held responsible, whether the abuse occurred in a K-12 school or on a university campus.
Sexual Abuse by Teachers, Coaches & Staff
When a person in authority abuses a student, it is a catastrophic betrayal of trust. We hold the school directly liable for its failure in hiring, supervision, and its moral duty to protect your child.
Sexual Assault by Another Student at School
Schools and universities have a legal obligation to address known threats and prevent a hostile environment. When they fail to act on reports of harassment or ignore a culture of violence, they are complicit in the resulting assault.
Sexual Assault at Colleges & Universities
We hold higher education institutions accountable for sexual assaults that happen in dorms, fraternities, and on campus. This includes Title IX failures, poor security, and ignored warning signs.
A Proven Record of Exposing Institutional Betrayal
Our investigation goes far beyond the perpetrator. We uncover the systemic negligence and deliberate choices that allowed the abuse to happen and continue. We find the truth by exposing:
- Negligent Hiring & Supervision: Schools failing to perform adequate background checks or ignoring complaints made against teachers, trainers, and coaches.
- Ignoring Reports & Warnings: Clear evidence that students, parents, or staff reported concerns about a perpetrator that were deliberately dismissed or covered up by administrators.
- Failure to Report to Authorities: Institutions illegally concealing incidents of sexual abuse from law enforcement to avoid scandal and protect their public image.
- Title IX Violations: Colleges and universities failing to follow federal law in responding to claims of sexual assault, thereby creating a dangerous environment for students.
Exposing these failures is the first step toward securing justice.
Rachael Denhollander: A Fierce Advocate for Survivors
Rachael Denhollander is a fierce advocate for survivors of sexual assault and institutional abuse. Her decision to come forward about Larry Nassar helped expose systems that protected abusers while silencing victims. Today, she continues to push for accountability where institutions have failed.
Ms. Denhollander was named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World and one of Glamour Magazine’s Women of the Year.
A Compassionate Advocate. An Unrelenting Trial Firm.
Choosing a legal team to handle a case this sensitive is a critical decision. Here is why survivors and their families trust The Fierberg National Law Group to lead this fight.
National Leaders in School Abuse Litigation
We are not personal injury lawyers who occasionally handle an abuse case. We are national trial attorneys who have built a reputation on litigating and winning complex sexual assault lawsuits against the country’s most powerful educational institutions.
Our Team Includes Diverse Attorneys
We understand that sharing your story is an incredibly difficult and personal act. Our legal team includes experienced attorneys to ensure you feel safe, heard, and supported throughout the entire legal process. Your comfort is paramount.
Strategic, Trauma-Informed Counsel
Our firm is built to provide unwavering support to you while mounting an aggressive, strategic legal assault against the institution that harmed you. We guide you with compassion while we prepare to dismantle their defense at trial.
Sexual Assault & Abuse Litigation: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a school be held liable if the abuser was another student?
Yes. If the school knew or should have known about a threat and failed to take reasonable action, or if it fostered a hostile environment that allowed the assault to occur, it can be held legally responsible for the harm you suffered.
What if the school made me sign something or offered a settlement?
Do not let an institution silence you. Any agreement or waiver you may have signed could be invalid, especially if it was signed under duress. We can review any documents and advise you on the best path forward to hold them accountable.
Will my story and identity be made public?
We understand the importance of privacy. Our firm takes every available legal measure to protect the confidentiality of our clients. We will fight to ensure your identity is shielded from public disclosure throughout the legal process.
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