Boarding schools are expected to provide structure, safety, and education. However, for far too many survivors in Missouri, these institutions have also been places where serious abuse occurred—often hidden for years. If you or a loved one was sexually abused while attending a boarding school in Missouri, you have legal rights and options.
Our legal team is committed to representing survivors of boarding school sexual abuse across the state. Whether the abuse occurred recently or decades ago, we provide confidential, trauma-informed legal support to help you pursue justice and hold both abusers and enabling institutions accountable.
Understanding Boarding School Abuse Cases
Sexual abuse in boarding schools often involves trusted authority figures such as teachers, administrators, dorm supervisors, coaches, or clergy. These individuals abuse their positions of power, leaving students vulnerable and often isolated. In some cases, schools have ignored red flags, failed to respond to allegations, or actively concealed reports to protect reputations.
Civil lawsuits allow survivors to seek compensation for the harm they've endured. Survivors may be eligible to recover damages for:
Mental health counseling and therapy
Medical treatment related to abuse
Emotional trauma and suffering
Loss of educational opportunities
Long-term psychological impact
Punitive damages in cases of negligence or cover-up
Missouri’s Legal Landscape for Survivors
Missouri law has specific statutes of limitations for sexual abuse lawsuits, including extended deadlines for childhood abuse survivors. Even if you were abused years ago, it may not be too late to file a claim. We will review your case and help determine your eligibility under the most current state laws.
Why Legal Action Matters
Filing a lawsuit isn’t just about compensation—it’s about being heard, protecting others, and exposing institutional failures. Holding schools accountable helps bring attention to systemic abuse and may prevent future harm to students.
Free & Confidential Consultations
Our boarding school sexual abuse lawyers in Missouri provide free consultations. We handle all cases on a contingency basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win. We will listen to your story, explain your legal options, and guide you every step of the way—with care, respect, and confidentiality.
You are not alone. If you’re ready to take the next step, we’re here to help.
