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Morelli Law Firm is the preeminent firm for civil litigation cases involving sexual assault and abuse. We take on some of the largest companies in the world. And win.

Our world-class sexual assault lawyers have over 100 years of combined legal experience and a proven track record of successfully helping victims. To date, we’ve secured numerous precedent-setting verdicts and helped countless individuals and families obtain the financial compensation they both need and deserve.

To us, your case is personal. At Morelli Law Firm, we understand the devastation you face after a sexual assault. We listen to your story, guide you through the legal battle, and fight for the justice and financial recovery you deserve. Our sexual assault attorneys are ready to stand by your side and fight for you and your family.

If Morelli Law Firm agrees to take your case:

You pay nothing to us unless we win.

We will keep your story and information confidential at all times.

We will take your case seriously and give you the support you need.

We will make claims on your behalf against all responsible parties.

We will engage the best experts, physicians, scientists, and others to help us prove your claims.

We will use the latest technology and methods to prove your case.

We will negotiate on your behalf to secure maximum financial compensation.

We will give your case the time it needs to be as successful as possible.

We will take your case to trial if we need to.

We're Proud to Have Received Many Awards

But what matters most is winning for our clients

2025 Best Lawyers in America

Also awarded 1997-2024

2025 Best Law Firms in America

First-Time Honoree

2025 Super Lawyers

Also awarded 1997-2024

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Our Award-Winning Sexual Assault Lawyers

Benedict P. Morelli Founding Partner

Benedict Morelli began his career as a law clerk in 1973, later becoming a senior partner and founding Morelli Law Firm. Admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court and all New York districts, he handles personal injury and discrimination cases, winning multi-million dollar verdicts against major corporations, including Wal-Mart and PepsiCo.

Alexander R. Morelli Managing Partner

Alexander Morelli, a partner at Morelli Law Firm, specializes in personal injury, mass tort, and commercial litigation. Since joining in 2018, he’s helped secure over $150 million in verdicts and settlements. He has handled major cases, including a $102 million verdict for a brain injury case against Live Nation and represents thousands of women in litigation against Johnson & Johnson.

David T. Sirotkin Managing Partner

David Sirotkin, a partner at Morelli Law Firm, is instrumental in handling the firm’s most complex and high-profile cases, achieving significant outcomes for clients. Since joining the firm, he has been a core member of trial teams that have won over $275 million in jury verdicts and has played a pivotal role in securing hundreds of millions in settlements.

Perry S. Fallick Partner

Perry Fallick specializes in personal injury, nursing home negligence, labor law, and commercial litigation, with a focus on wrongful death cases. He’s represented clients in major trials, including suits involving Eugenie Bouchard and David Copperfield, and won a sexual harassment case appeal in the Second Circuit.

Sara A. Mahoney Partner

Sara Mahoney’s practice includes nursing home litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice, and consumer class actions. She also handles appellate work, contributing to briefs for the New York Appellate Division and the 9th Circuit. Recently, she helped uphold $20 million in pain and suffering damages for a client in New York’s First Department—setting a state record.

Michael S. Schlesinger Partner

Michael Schlesinger is a trial attorney specializing in personal injury, product liability, and medical malpractice, with a strong track record of multimillion-dollar verdicts, including $102 million. He earned his law degree from Fordham in 1995 and has appeared as a legal expert on CNN, FOX New York, and other networks.

Danielle H. Lamberg Associate

Danielle Lamberg specializes in personal injury, labor law, and commercial litigation. A 2011 graduate of Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, she was active in the Moot Court Honor Society and interned with the Innocence Project, focusing on exonerating the wrongfully convicted. Danielle earned her undergraduate degree from Emory University, graduating on the Dean’s List.

Erin P. Mullen Sala Associate

Erin P. Mullen Sala specializes in medical malpractice, including wrongful death, surgical errors, and nursing home negligence. She earned her J.D. from Rutgers University School of Law-Camden in 2008 and participated in legal clinics like the Children’s Justice Clinic and Domestic Violence Clinic.

Joseph M. Nejathaim Associate

Joseph M. Nejathaim specializes in personal injury, nursing home negligence, labor law, and mass torts, focusing on Surrogate’s Court for wrongful death cases. Before joining the firm, he was a Senior Attorney Advisor at the Department of Justice. He graduated cum laude from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in 2019, where he served as a Student Fellow and Staff Editor for the Moot Court Honor Society, and earned his undergraduate degree in Political Science from SUNY Geneseo.

David L. Sobiloff Of Counsel

Mr. Sobiloff is involved in every case at the firm, guiding clients from inception to trial. With nearly 40 years of experience in civil litigation—including personal injury and medical malpractice—he has secured multiple million-dollar results and handled high-profile cases. He lectures at NY State Bar Association seminars and holds degrees from Queens College and Brooklyn Law School. He is admitted to practice in U.S. District Courts and the U.S. Supreme Court.

We Hold Large Organizations Accountable for Sexual Abuse and Assault

Businesses & Employers

Educational Institutions

Religious Organizations

Sports Organizations

Hotels and Hospitality Providers

Youth Organizations

Healthcare Facilities & Nursing Homes

Government & Public Entities

Transportation Providers

Childcare Centers

Sexual Abuse and Assault FAQs

Organizations like schools, employers, churches, and hospitals have a legal duty to protect the people in their care. When they fail to screen employees, ignore warning signs, or allow unsafe conditions, they can be held accountable in civil court for enabling or failing to prevent abuse.

Not always. Many cases settle before trial, which means you may never need to appear in court. If testifying becomes necessary, your attorney will prepare you, protect your privacy as much as possible, and stand by your side every step of the way.

“Quid pro quo” is a form of sexual harassment that happens when someone in power - such as a boss, teacher, or supervisor - demands sexual favors in exchange for promotions, grades, job security, or other benefits. It is illegal, and victims of this type of harassment can bring a civil claim against their superior.

Yes, in some cases. Punitive damages are awarded in addition to compensation for your losses, and they are meant to punish the offender and deter others from similar conduct. Whether or not they apply depends on the severity of the misconduct and the laws related to your case.

Contact a Sexual Assault Lawyer for a Free and Confidential Case Evaluation

If you or a loved one has been sexually assaulted or abused, know that you are not alone. You may be entitled to compensation, even if your perpetrator has not been criminally convicted. Our compassionate and experienced sexual assault attorneys are here to listen, guide you through the legal process, and fight for the outcome you deserve.

Let Our Personal Injury Attorneys
Fight For You

If you’ve been injured or a loved one has been killed, you have rights under the law, and this includes the right to file a claim for compensation. A personal injury lawyer will communicate directly with the at-fault party’s insurers and negotiate a settlement that can get you back on track. Tell us about your situation so we can get started fighting for you.

Sexual Assault Lawyers In New York

Morelli Law Firm is the preeminent firm for civil litigation cases involving sexual assault and abuse. We take on some of the largest companies in the world. And win.

If Morelli Law Firm agrees to take your case:

$95 Million

$18 Million

$4.725 Million

$3.75 Million

We're Proud to Have Received Many Awards

But what matters most is winning for our clients

As seen in

Meet Your Biggest Advocates

Our Award-Winning Sexual Assault Lawyers

We Hold Large Organizations Accountable for Sexual Abuse and Assault

Sexual Abuse and Assault FAQs

Morelli Law Firm is the preeminent firm for civil litigation cases involving sexual assault and abuse. We take on some of the largest companies in the world. And win.

If Morelli Law Firm agrees to take your case:

$95 Million

$18 Million

$4.725 Million

$3.75 Million

We're Proud to Have Received Many Awards

But what matters most is winning for our clients

As seen in

Meet Your Biggest Advocates

Our Award-Winning Sexual Assault Lawyers

We Hold Large Organizations Accountable for Sexual Abuse and Assault

Sexual Abuse and Assault FAQs

Contact a Sexual Assault Lawyer for a Free and Confidential Case Evaluation

Let Our Personal Injury Attorneys Fight For You

Let Our Personal Injury Attorneys
Fight For You