Testimonials from our Survivors

Many personal injury law firms emphasize the dollar amounts of their settlements and verdicts. However, we understand that our clients who have experienced sexual abuse prioritize finding lawyers they can trust to address their pain. While our team has facilitated settlements totaling hundreds of millions of dollars for survivors, our true pride lies in how we respect and empower our clients throughout the process. Each client's case is unique, and the value of a sexual abuse case must take into account the emotional impact on the client. We inform our clients about the various legal options available to them, allowing them to make informed decisions at every step along the way.

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  • “Constant support and seamless communication. . . The firm was able to resolve a situation in a little over 6 months that another law firm wasn’t able to do in over 2 years. Symone truly knows how to make you feel safe, heard, and supported. They always kept me updated, always answered my questions or concerns I had, but most importantly, I wasn’t just another case to them. I was a person who was heard and supported through a very emotional process. Thank you all again so much for your hard work and passion.”

  • “Thank you for being such an amazing supportfor me Symone... There’s a lot of stuff that I still feel very lost with, and I really value your perspective. Thank you for everything you have done for me.”

  • “I cannot thank Symone and the firm enough for their unwavering support and guidance. From the beginning, they provided not only exceptional legal expertise but also genuine care and attention to detail that I have never experienced before. Throughout this process, I truly felt heard and prioritized. Symone and the firm went above and beyond to ensure I was informed, supported, and never felt like just another case.”

  • “… considering what you’ve been through yourself, I really appreciate you taking the time to talk when I need it. Truly means a lot.”

  • “Symone is amazing. I will hold dear in my heart all the hard work put into the lawsuit. Highly recommend. I rate them at 100% trustworthy.”

  • “I have an appointment with my psychiatrist on the 15th. Thank you for checking in with me. It’s really nice to know that someone truly cares.”

  • “I know this case is hard, and I’m happy that you were there helping me along the way. I really appreciate it tremendously. I couldn’t have asked for better representation at my side.”

  • “That is good news to hear. Last year was a whole journey. It was extremely challenging. I overcame so many obstacles and changes. Today I feel much better, and I’m just ready to take my life back without the fear of tomorrow. I really don’t think I could’ve done it without you. I’m prepared for whatever we need to do moving forward.”

  • “I ran out of time to tell you earlier, [but] this message quite possibly saved my life. I was at my very lowest point when your name came across my phone right before I decided to go to treatment. Honestly, thank you for everything.”

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