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
49 years
Specializing in cases involving Therapy Sexual Abuse, Clergy Sexual Abuse, Professional Boundary Crossings, Breach of Fiduciary Duties.
49 years
49 years
49 years
Languages spoken
English
S J Spero & Associates
175 Federal St suite 1425
Boston, MA, 02110
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
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MA | Active | 1973 | 12/02/2020 |
Legal answers | 19 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Top Rated Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Massachusetts Super Lawyers | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2018 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | The National Association of Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Certificate of Recognition | Elite American Lawyers | 2016 |
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Top Rate Lawyer | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Nation's Top One Percent | The National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2015 |
AV Peer Review Rated for 10 Years | LexisNexis/Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
Certificate for Dedication to Victims of Exploitation | AdvocateWeb | 2008 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Senior Partner | S J Spero & Associates | 1993 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Massachusetts Bar Association | Member | N/A |
American Association for Justice | Member | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Psychiatric Malpractice Litigation: Risk Management Issues | 2015 Medical Malpractice Risk Management Conference | 2015 |
AdvocateWeb.org | Massachusetts Bill Extends Time Limit on Sexual Abuse Lawsuits | 2014 |
AdvocateWeb.org | Men Sexualized by Sexual Abuse (as seen on Oprah Winfrey) | 2011 |
AdvocateWeb.org | Confidentialiy Agreements aka Gag Orders | 2011 |
AdvocateWeb.org | Hospital or Institutional Liability | 2010 |
Psychiatric Times | Boundary Violations and Malpractice Litigation | 2008 |
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Sexual Abuse By Professionals, A Legal Guide | Sexual Abuse by Professionals | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Boston College Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1972 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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2015 Risk Management Conference | Risk Management | 2015 |
Fourth International Conference on Sexual Misconduct by Psychotherapists, Clergy, Other Health Care Professionals | Ethical Violations by Professionals and Clergy | 1998 |
Case name | Outcome |
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ESC v AAZ, Md | Confidential Settlement |
Meizler v Piper | Judgement for the Plaintiff in the amount of $1,041,384.00 |
Guardian of Fk v XYZ Inc | Confidential Settlement |
John Doe et al vs Kansas City Archdiocese et al | $10million dollar recovery |
2 Patients v WK | Settled $1.1million |
Cullinane v Gordon | Settled $11.5 million |
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Riley v Presnell | Modified Discovery Rule in Psychiatric Malpractice |
Jane Doe v B | Settlement in excess of 1 Million dollars |
Jane Doe v Leighton | Plaintiff's Verdict $1,100,000 |
500 Victims of Clergy Sexual Abuse v Archdiocese of Boston | Settlement in excess of $10,000,000 |
HRB v Archbishop Rigali et al. for the Archdiocese of St. Louis | Plaintiff's Verdict: $1.2million |
John and Jane Doe v Fanning | Plaintiff's Verdict: $1.3million |
Rugg v Goldberg | Plaintiff's verdict |
John Doe v Prudential Insurance and the United States | Judgment for the Plaintiffs $10million |
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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
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Stan is an extremely talented, creative, professional and experienced lawyer. He has my highest endorsement.
Severlin Singleton, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 29, 2015
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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
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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
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I endorse this lawyer. Very experienced.
Bruce Hillowe, Medical malpractice Attorney on Feb 26, 2015
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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
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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
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Stanley is an excellent attorney. Hard working, diligent, resourceful, and sincerely cares about his clients.
Michael Rose, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 8, 2013
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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.