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Father Kenneth A. LeBlanc was ordained in 1976 and served within the Archdiocese of Boston, including an assignment at Most Blessed Sacrament Church in Wakefield. In February 2009, he was placed on administrative leave while the Archdiocese investigated allegations that he had sexually abused a 10-year-old girl approximately 25 to 30 years earlier. The alleged abuse reportedly occurred during the time he was assigned to Most Blessed Sacrament Church.
Father LeBlanc died in January 2010. According to the Archdiocese of Boston’s August 2011 list of accused clergy, no formal determination of guilt was made, either because he died before a canonical investigation could be completed or because the process remained unfinished at the time of his death.
Although the canonical process did not reach a conclusion, civil courts operate under independent standards. Survivors who experienced harm during his ministry are encouraged to come forward when they’re ready.
With decades of dedicated advocacy, we have held abusers and institutions accountable, helping survivors secure justice and the resources to move forward.
For over two decades, we have focused solely on advocating for survivors, combining legal skill with compassion to guide them toward justice and healing.
We are honored to have guided thousands of survivors through the legal process, offering support, advocacy, and the resources they need to reclaim their lives.
When allegations of clergy sexual abuse arise, survivors often confront lasting emotional and psychological effects. The death of an accused priest or the absence of a completed church investigation does not eliminate the possibility of civil accountability.
In Massachusetts, survivors of childhood sexual abuse may be able to pursue civil claims that examine not only the alleged conduct of the individual priest but also the actions of the institution responsible for supervision and oversight. Civil courts apply their own evidentiary standards and do not rely on canonical findings. Even where no formal church determination was reached, civil proceedings may evaluate whether appropriate safeguards were in place and whether leadership responded adequately to concerns.
Civil litigation may result in financial compensation, but its significance extends beyond monetary recovery. It may create a formal record, preserve testimony, and promote transparency. For many survivors, acknowledgment and documentation of their experiences are meaningful components of justice.
Massachusetts law recognizes that disclosure of childhood sexual abuse is frequently delayed. Survivors may come forward decades later, and in certain circumstances, legal remedies may still be available. Civil court provides a structured process through which survivors may seek accountability and have their experiences heard.
Every survivor deserves compassion and acknowledgment. This video explains how civil law empowers individuals harmed by clergy abuse to pursue accountability and closure. Justice extends beyond courtrooms; it allows survivors to reclaim their voice and aids them on their healing journey. Survivors across Massachusetts continue proving that truth carries strength and healing begins with being heard.
Our experienced and compassionate team of attorneys, investigators, paralegals, and support staff have extensive training in working with sexual abuse victims.
These cases are complex; however, our team are experts in these types of cases and will diligently ensure our clients are compensated for full and fair value. We always do our best to help our clients heal by giving them a voice
and helping them seek a measure of justice.
Massachusetts Disclaimer:Herman Law has a multistate practice representing victims of sexual abuse in civil cases. A Herman Law attorney is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts. Each case is different, and results in prior cases do not assure a similar outcome in future cases. If there is no recovery, no fees or expenses will be charged. Attorney Advertising by Jenny Rossman.
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