At Steve Boyd, PC, we listen to you, fight for you, and we get results.
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At Steve Boyd, PC, we listen to you, fight for you, and we get results.
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Over225PriestsinBuffalo, NY Stood Accused of Child Sexual Abuse.
Attorney Steve Boyd has dedicated his career to standing up for survivors and took on nearly half of the priest abuse cases in Buffalo, NY, as well as over a third in Rochester, NY. In 1993, while working as a reporter, Steve Boyd began to shine a light on the shadows covering priest abuse, sparking the monumental priest sexual abuse scandal in the Diocese of Buffalo. As an attorney, Steve Boyd has stood side by side with survivors, handling about 45% of sexual abuse cases involving clergy from the Buffalo diocese and 1/3 of the cases in the Diocese of Rochester, NY. Today, Steve steadfastly continues this fight against priest sexual abuse, extending his reach across multiple states.
Our Process
Buffalo Priest Abuse – About 900 claims have been filed against Buffalo diocese priests, who misused their positions of trust to cause unthinkable harm. The leadership of the church and diocese were complicit, allowing these heinous acts to continue by shielding the perpetrators. If you or a loved one were affected, you deserve a compassionate ally who will fight for justice and help you seek compensation for your pain. At Steve Boyd, PC, we focus on survivors and stand with you every step of the journey.
Our legal team will:
- Offer a no-obligation case review
- Identify and safeguard vital evidence
- Ensure your privacy and confidentiality
- Demand accountability from the abuser and involved institutions
- Be there at your location if needed
Your Privacy is Our Priority
This is especially vital for survivors of sexual abuse. Our trauma-informed team handles every detail of your case with the utmost confidence, ensuring your story is heard and respected. Although we cannot fully comprehend the lifelong suffering you have experienced, we promise to guide you in understanding your rights and confirming that no action will be taken without your full readiness. If you prefer, we can keep your identity confidential, filing your case as John Doe or Jane Doe.
Results
With over 700 sexual abuse clients represented, our firm has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to justice and advocacy for survivors. Through our efforts, we have successfully recovered millions of dollars for survivors of sexual abuse, providing them with essential financial support to aid in their healing journey. Our dedication to these cases underscores our mission to ensure that every survivor’s voice is heard and that they receive the justice they deserve.
Confidentiality is the most important part of the attorney-client relationship.
This is especially true for survivors of sexual abuse. Our entire trauma-informed team treats every client’s details with the strictest confidence. Though we can never truly understand the pain that survivors have suffered throughout their lives, we will help you learn your rights, and we won’t take any action on your behalf unless or until you’re ready. We are committed to protecting your identity and can even file your case as John Doe or Jane Doe.
Understanding the extent of Priest Abuse in Western New York (WNY)
- 230 Buffalo clerics have been publicly accused of abusing over 1,000 individuals between 1950 – 2021
- At least one Buffalo priest has 20 allegations filed against him, and another has 18 allegations filed against him
- One Buffalo priest admitted to abusing “probably dozens” of adolescent boys in the late 70s/early 80s
- A number of cases reveal that some children were abused by more than one priest at a time and sometimes in the presence of many priests, nuns, or other children
- It’s estimated that there are hundreds of survivors of child sex abuse in WNY who choose not to come forward, press charges, or file a case. It’s a highly personal and painful experience; our team is trained to help you through it.
What Became of the Abusive Priests from Western New York?
- All too often, the church provided sanctuary for abusive priests by shifting them to different parishes.
- Leaders of the church protected predators, keeping records hidden for years on end.
- No priest faced prosecution in Buffalo, and only a few Rochester-area priests faced criminal charges.
- Despite knowledge of abusive behavior, the diocese often reinstated priests to active ministry.
- Priests who were internally found guilty were sometimes quietly allowed to retire or become inactive.