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Stanley J Spero
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About Stanley

Protecting Victims Of Professional Misconduct And Clergy Abuse. Call 617-616-8639

I am an attorney dedicated to protect the rights of all those who have been exploited by the mishandling of authority by institutions or individuals. Morality is not dead and you have to stand up to those entities that have ignored or neglect each human beings right to be respected. In addition I work as Of Counsil New York https://www.sexabusesurvivorlawfirm.com/.


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In 1985 obtained the first judgment in a pschiatric malpractice for sexual abuse of a patient by her therapist.  This has progressed to National recognition in the field of patient abuse by all levels of therapists, clergy, attorneys, or any person in a position of authority over this class of clients or patients.  The fiduciary responsibily of these individuals who hold power and authority over these patients or client is at the core of this litigation.  Crossing boundaries, mishandling of transference and negligent termination all pervade these cases.

We have been published in the Psychiatric Times, Lawyer's Weekly, several law reviews and professional journals.  I have been quoted as an expert in numerous newspaper articles throughout the years.  Many of theses articles are listed in our home page at SperoandJorgenson.com.

I have represented parties in approximately 15 jurisdictions across the United States.

Practice areas

Personal injuryGeneral practiceMedical malpracticeEthics and professional responsibility
  1. Ethics and professional responsibility: 40%

    49 years

  2. Medical malpractice: 40%

    Specializing in cases involving Therapy Sexual Abuse, Clergy Sexual Abuse, Professional Boundary Crossings, Breach of Fiduciary Duties.

    49 years

  3. General practice: 10%

    49 years

  4. Personal injury: 10%

    49 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

175 Federal St suite 1425
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S J Spero & Associates

175 Federal St suite 1425
Boston, MA, 02110

Website
www.sjsperoandassociates.com

S J Spero & Associates

P.O. Box 240
Newton, MA, 02468

S J Spero & Associates

30 Monument Sq Suite 145
Concord, MA, 01742

S J Spero & Associates

112 Madison Ave. 10th floor
New York, NY, 10016

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
MAActive197312/02/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers19
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top Rated LawyerSuper Lawyers2019
Massachusetts Super LawyersSuper Lawyers Magazine2018
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2017
Top 100 Trial LawyersThe National Association of Trial Lawyers2017
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
Certificate of RecognitionElite American Lawyers2016
Top Rate LawyerMartindale-Hubbell2015
Nation's Top One PercentThe National Association of Distinguished Counsel2015
AV Peer Review Rated for 10 YearsLexisNexis/Martindale-Hubbell2011
Certificate for Dedication to Victims of ExploitationAdvocateWeb2008
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Senior PartnerS J Spero & Associates1993 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Bar AssociationMemberN/A
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMemberN/A
American Association for JusticeMemberN/A
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Psychiatric Malpractice Litigation: Risk Management Issues2015 Medical Malpractice Risk Management Conference2015
AdvocateWeb.orgMassachusetts Bill Extends Time Limit on Sexual Abuse Lawsuits2014
AdvocateWeb.orgMen Sexualized by Sexual Abuse (as seen on Oprah Winfrey)2011
AdvocateWeb.orgConfidentialiy Agreements aka Gag Orders2011
AdvocateWeb.orgHospital or Institutional Liability2010
Psychiatric TimesBoundary Violations and Malpractice Litigation2008
Sexual Abuse By Professionals, A Legal GuideSexual Abuse by ProfessionalsN/A
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Boston College Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor1972
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
2015 Risk Management ConferenceRisk Management2015
Fourth International Conference on Sexual Misconduct by Psychotherapists, Clergy, Other Health Care ProfessionalsEthical Violations by Professionals and Clergy1998
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
ESC v AAZ, MdConfidential Settlement
Meizler v PiperJudgement for the Plaintiff in the amount of $1,041,384.00
Guardian of Fk v XYZ IncConfidential Settlement
John Doe et al vs Kansas City Archdiocese et al$10million dollar recovery
2 Patients v WKSettled $1.1million
Cullinane v GordonSettled $11.5 million
Riley v PresnellModified Discovery Rule in Psychiatric Malpractice
Jane Doe v BSettlement in excess of 1 Million dollars
Jane Doe v LeightonPlaintiff's Verdict $1,100,000
500 Victims of Clergy Sexual Abuse v Archdiocese of BostonSettlement in excess of $10,000,000
HRB v Archbishop Rigali et al. for the Archdiocese of St. LouisPlaintiff's Verdict: $1.2million
John and Jane Doe v FanningPlaintiff's Verdict: $1.3million
Rugg v GoldbergPlaintiff's verdict
John Doe v Prudential Insurance and the United StatesJudgment for the Plaintiffs $10million

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Highly caring, compassionate and competent counsel who instills client's confidence

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Stan instilled the confidence in me to face the rapist/minister who raped me; and meet him with the justice long overdue. The litigation/mediation process itself provided me confidence to assert myself. In doing so, I learned to protect myself from potentially abusive situations. The settlement itself enabled me to close a very painful chapter in my life. I was able to finally move from my apartment (where I was raped) after many years of being surrounded by those painful memories. I’ve resumed my life towards exciting ventures. Finally I can work towards academic and career goals, so was cruelly interrupted by my rapist. As for the PTSD that I continue to suffer from, those painful flashbacks are now mostly replaced by the justice that Stan provided: Knowing that therapist/minister rapist no longer practices counseling. This has given me that long sought for peace of mind. Objectives were met that exceeded my expectations. Sheer serendipity describes how I found the most qualified, highly skilled counsel in Stan. You cannot find counsel than Stan Spero!

Worth His Weight In Gold

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I have known and worked with Stan Speor for many years. His compassion with his clients is like no other I've ever seen or from other attorneys. His compassion far exceeds his law practice and extends into volunteer work to provide victims of abuse by professionals with resouces and support that helps them understand the what has happened to them and how to recover from such abuses. Stan Spero has a special gift for listening. The most important element of healing is to be heard and understood. It is evident in the first conversation with Stan that you have found someone you can trust explicitity. Stan is one of a kind lawyer who always stands apart from the rest.

Highly Recommend

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Stan was the perfect attorney to walk beside me on my journey to find justice. In my case, a therapist took advantage of me in an egregious way, and it was not something that was easy for me to talk about. Stan listened with compassion and understanding, something previous attorneys did not do. He showed me nothing but professionalism and respect, and I always knew I was not walking alone. Having him beside me, I found the strength to do the impossible, and in the end we were successful. It wasn't about winning. It was about standing up for myself and what was right, and together he helped me to do just that. It was a necessary step in my ability to heal and move forward. I cannot recommend him enough. Thank you, Stan!
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Compassionate and caring professional.

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Today is the first time I have found the courage to publicly speak/ write of the multiple sexual assaults perpetrated against me by my own primary care provider. More importantly I wish to use this platform to publicly extend my lifelong gratitude to Attorney Stanley J. Spero, esquire, for giving me my voice, the courage to hold my doctor accountable and for his role in my one goal - the revocation of my doctor/ abusers medical license and in turn the opportiny to use his medical practice to harm another individual. I say Stan returned my voice to me as the abuse had left me feeling numb, unheard and disbelieved and it was that one moment, in a public forum, he spoke everything my whole being wanted to scream- "provider sexual assault and misconduct are crimes and a betrayal of trust like no other". My twenties are long behind me but so is the shame and fear and living on the fringes of not wanting to be the" one that rocked the boat". My hope is for all those who wish to make that first step, know that Stan will man the helm, guide you to port and drop anchor to safely bring you home. Thank you Stan. I've not forgotten you.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Stan handled my therapy exploitation case and we settled out of court

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I was extremely fortunate that I had found TELL, a website based help organization that provides support and guidance for victims of therapy abuse. They had given me Stan's name when inquiring about my options to handle the damages I sustained during therapy. Stan, took on my case, and guided me through the process every step of the way. He and his paralegal, Mayra, were always supportive and quick to answer my questions and concerns (of which I had many). Stan truly is an expert in the area of therapy abuse, he knows the system and what to expect! I had told Stan from day one that I would not sign a gag order no matter what the settlement offer. I'm sure there was much back and forth between the lawyers but in the end, Stan came through for me and we settled out of court in 13 months without signing a gag order (other than financial disclosure I am free to talk about my case). I could not ask for more. We also filed a complaint with the Board of psychology and are still waiting for the verdict. What I went through was horrific, but with Stan's help, I hope we have put a stop to another bad therapist from harming innocent victims. Stan and his staff were personal, professional, honest, detail oriented, and sensitive to what I had been through. I highly recommend them if you are in search of a lawyer who can handle therapy exploitation malpractice suits. Lisa
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Hired attorney

Excellent

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Stan Spero has been of great help to me here in North Carolina in a very complicated situation. He has brought tremendous insight and helped me so much in his consultations. He has deep levels of both empathy as well as a finely tuned awareness of the specific law and how it intersects with the situation. I no longer feels like I am drowning or helpless, as I had felt prior to consulting with Stan Spero. Clearly Stan has a wide scope as well as depth of experience contributing to his ability to understand the best path to take in my situation. I appreciate his ability to think outside the box as well as his sensitivity to thie situation. A combination rare for a lawyer!! It is without hesitation that I would refer anyone to this lawyer.
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Victim of therapist abuse finally finds hope for justice and restoration

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Mr Attorney Spero is by far the most experienced and knowledgeable lawyer who works with victims of therapist abuse ever. His understanding and insight into what I and family have been experiencing and feeling. Due to the complex nature of this crime, my needs have been more complex and time consuming . However, Mr Spero just knows, he gets it, His compassion is genuine, and he has a work ethic and integrity that I thought did not exist in lawyers. He has worked tirelessly to pursue and gain results for me where others have miserably and ignorantly failed or have said that it was impossible. to even get this far. Mr Stanley Spero stepped in, and with his expert knowledge of law he schooled the attorneys in my state. He has been working hard for me. I know without a doubt he is a man who seeks justice and restoration for the victims of this crime. If I could give him 10 stars or more. I would. Attorney Spero by far the most incredible lawyer I have met, and through my case and search for lawyers. I will forever be grateful that I found him. hundreds of miles away. Yet he was still willing to help me.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Amazing attorney and Ally

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Stanley Spero has earned my trust. Aside from his legal expertise, he is an excellent listener. When I first spoke with him on the phone, he listened and asked all the right questions, taking his time to make sure he understood my story. I felt like a human being deserving of dignity while I was going through something extremely painful. He has been available every step of the way, gone out of his way to help me and listen, and I have every bit of confidence in his expertise. He has been reassuring, trustworthy, reliable and very professional. He explains everything in a very concrete and understandable way, he is responsive and patient, and has a deep and vast knowledge/ grasp of what it means to be on the receiving end of abuse from a therapist. If you have very unfortunate circumstances in your life that requires the use of an attorney in this field, consider yourself very fortunate if you have the assistance and legal expertise of Stanley Spero.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

He spoke for me when I could not.

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Mr. Spero represented me in a case of professional misconduct involving my psychologist. Because of the work he did I was able to get a settlement and he laid out the groundwork so that my State (PA) was able to remove the perpetrator’s license and put him behind bars. Stan never refused a phone call from me and had a gentle way of reassuring me throughout the process. He was able to confront my abuser when I was not and for that I am forever grateful.
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Hired attorney

I would recommend Stan to anyone who needs a lawyer especially for sensitive matters

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Stan successfully represented me in a legal matter. Since then we have kept in touch and I have referred others to him and occasionally called for advice. He is honest, hardworking and knows how to handle touchy issues well.
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Attorney endorsements

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Daniel Kron, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 13, 2017
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Simply said, Stanley is an outstanding personal injury attorney. Highly recommended!

Peter Degelleke, Litigation Attorney on Jun 17, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Stan is an extremely talented, creative, professional and experienced lawyer. He has my highest endorsement.

Severlin Singleton, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 29, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney with a knack for winning complex legal matters.

David Levin, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I have known Stanley as an attorney for over 40 years and he zealously and successfully advocates for and supports his clients. I have also known him to be ultra ethical and always professional throughout the years.

Laurence Hardoon, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Very experienced.

Bruce Hillowe, Medical malpractice Attorney on Feb 26, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Stan vigorously and successfully advocates for his clients, and is considered a national pioneer and leader in the area of representing clients who have been sexually abused by professionals. He has authored a text in that area that has become the standard reference. He is highly ethical and professional even while agressively prosecuting cases, which is to the advantage of his clients.

Carmen Durso, Medical malpractice Attorney on Feb 26, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer for the practice area of medical malpractice because he is the foremost practitioner in claims for misconduct by medical professionals in Massachusetts, and he also has extensive experience representing victims of child sexual abuse. We are proud to have him associated with our office in an "Of Counsel" relationship.

Michael Kowalski, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 26, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Stanley is an excellent attorney. Hard working, diligent, resourceful, and sincerely cares about his clients.

Michael Rose, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 8, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

Betsy Cohen, Medical malpractice Attorney on Sep 28, 2009
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I endorse Attorney Spero's work. Before having the privilege of working for Attorney Spero, he represented me in a personal matter. Attorney Spero's knowledge, experience and diligence are unsurpassed. Best of all, he is available and returns phone calls, incredibly warm, and cares deeply about all of his clients.

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