Institutional & Youth Organizations Sexual Abuse Attorneys

Survivors abused in Boy Scouts, churches, Boys & Girls Clubs, boarding schools, and youth programs are still coming forward nationwide. Many states have passed laws expanding or reviving the time survivors have to file claims, and large-scale settlements are reshaping how institutions are held accountable.

👉 If you were abused in a church, youth program, or organization, you may still have a path to justice. Contact Salenger, Sack, Kimmel & Bavaro, LLP for a free, confidential case review.

Who We Represent

We fight for survivors who were abused in:

• Boy Scouts of America (BSA) 
• Catholic dioceses and other religious institutions (including Jehovah’s Witnesses, LDS, Southern Baptist entities) 
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) and affiliates 
• Private boarding schools, camps, and youth sports programs 

Boy Scouts of America (BSA) — What’s Open Now?

The BSA Chapter 11 bankruptcy plan created a $2.46 billion Settlement Trust for over 82,000 claims. The Trust is actively issuing determinations and pursuing insurers for additional funding, as validated claims may exceed available assets (Scouting Settlement Trust | Wikipedia).

• The national bankruptcy bar date (Nov. 16, 2020) has passed. 
• Some states, however, created BSA-specific revival windows (e.g., Ohio, Indiana, Iowa, Alabama). 

Because the bankruptcy injunction complicates new filings, it’s critical to consult a lawyer to evaluate your state’s options (CHILD USA).

Catholic Dioceses & Religious Institutions

Dozens of dioceses have filed bankruptcy or entered global settlements following state revival windows:

• San Diego Diocese: Proof-of-claim deadline Feb. 3, 2025  
• Baltimore Archdiocese: Bar date passed May 31, 2024; litigation continues on plan and asset allocation. 
• New Orleans Archdiocese: Proposed $230M settlement announced September 2025; pending survivor vote and court approval. 

We also represent survivors abused within the Jehovah’s Witnesses, LDS (Mormon) Church, and Southern Baptist Convention.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA)

A nationwide investigation documented hundreds of allegations across BGCA affiliates spanning decades, sparking safety reforms and litigation in multiple states. Lawsuits continue where statutes of limitations permit, especially in revival-window jurisdictions.