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San Diego Sexual Abuse Attorney
— Justice for Survivors Throughout San Diego County

From the Diocese of San Diego to SDUSD, from Gaslamp Quarter rideshare assaults to abuse at military-connected institutions — Phillips & Associates fights for survivors across all of San Diego County. Compassionate. Confidential. No fee unless we win.

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Speak With a San Diego Sexual Abuse Attorney Today — Free & Confidential

San Diego County has been at the center of significant sexual abuse litigation — from Diocese of San Diego clergy abuse settlements to civil claims against SDUSD, private schools in La Jolla and Rancho Santa Fe, and rideshare assault cases near the airport and coastal communities. If you or a loved one has experienced sexual abuse by someone in a position of authority, California law may give you the right to pursue civil compensation — even if the abuse happened years ago.

Phillips & Associates represents survivors throughout San Diego County. We work exclusively on behalf of survivors — never institutions, never corporations, never the accused.

  • Contingency fee only. No payment unless we recover compensation for you.
  • Complete confidentiality. Attorney-client privilege protects everything from your first call.
  • File anonymously. "Jane Doe" or "John Doe" filing available in California Superior Court.
  • AB 218 protection. California's Child Victims Act may allow you to file even decades after the abuse.
  • Bilingual team. English and Spanish, serving all of San Diego County 24/7.
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Sexual Abuse by Churches, Schools & Institutions in San Diego

The Diocese of San Diego, which covers San Diego and Imperial counties, has faced significant civil litigation over decades of clergy sexual abuse. Beyond the Church, San Diego Unified School District, private preparatory schools in La Jolla and Rancho Santa Fe, the Boy Scouts of America San Diego Area Council, and military-connected institutions throughout the region have all been named in civil lawsuits for failing to protect those in their care.

San Diego's unique character — a large military presence, prominent universities, and a network of faith communities — creates specific institutional contexts where abuse can occur and be concealed. Phillips & Associates has experience pursuing civil claims against all of these institutions throughout San Diego County.

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Uber & Lyft Sexual Assault Claims in San Diego

San Diego is a major rideshare market — with high demand around San Diego International Airport (SAN), the Gaslamp Quarter, Pacific Beach, Mission Valley, and North County coastal communities. Uber and Lyft have faced significant litigation in California for failing to properly vet drivers and protect passengers from sexual assault.

When a rideshare driver commits sexual assault in San Diego, survivors may have civil claims against the driver, Uber Technologies, Inc., and Lyft, Inc. for negligent hiring, inadequate background checks, and failure to implement passenger safety measures. Our attorneys handle rideshare assault cases throughout San Diego County and North County.

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Institutions We Hold Accountable in San Diego County

Sexual abuse is never the victim's fault. When organizations in San Diego County fail to protect the people in their care — whether a church, a school, or a corporation — they can and should be held financially accountable.

Religious Institutions

The Diocese of San Diego, covering San Diego and Imperial counties, along with individual parishes and other faith communities that failed to protect congregants from clergy abuse.

Schools & Universities

San Diego Unified School District, private preparatory schools in La Jolla and Rancho Santa Fe, SDSU, UCSD, USD, and other educational institutions throughout San Diego County.

Rideshare Companies

Uber and Lyft for negligent driver screening and failure to protect passengers from sexual assault — serving San Diego International Airport, the Gaslamp Quarter, and coastal communities.

Hotels & Employers

Major hotels in the Gaslamp Quarter, Mission Valley, and coastal areas of San Diego, plus corporate employers who failed to prevent or report workplace sexual abuse.

Government Entities

San Diego County foster care, Polinsky Children's Center, juvenile detention facilities, and military-connected institutions where abuse by authority figures went unreported.

Healthcare Providers

Hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and individual medical professionals throughout San Diego County who exploited the patient-provider relationship to commit abuse.

Your Legal Rights as a Survivor in San Diego

California has enacted some of the strongest legal protections for sexual abuse survivors in the United States. Whether you were abused as a child or as an adult, whether the abuse happened last year or decades ago, you may have meaningful legal options. Understanding those rights is the first step toward reclaiming your power.

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    AB 218 — Child Victims Act: California removed the statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse civil claims. Adult survivors throughout San Diego County may file regardless of when the abuse occurred.
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    Civil and Criminal Are Separate: A civil lawsuit for damages is completely independent of any criminal case. You can pursue civil compensation even if no criminal charges were filed or if the criminal case was dismissed.
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    Institutional Accountability: The Diocese of San Diego, SDUSD, and other institutions can be held financially responsible for the actions of employees they failed to supervise or report.
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    Anonymous Filing & Legal Action: You may be able to file your civil lawsuit as "Jane Doe" or "John Doe," protecting your identity throughout the entire legal process.
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    No Upfront Costs — Ever: Phillips & Associates works on a pure contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

What Compensation May Be Available

  • ✓ Past and future therapy and medical treatment
  • ✓ Lost income and reduced earning potential
  • ✓ Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
  • ✓ Punitive damages against institutions that concealed abuse
  • ✓ Long-term impact on relationships and quality of life
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How the Process Works in San Diego

We make it as straightforward as possible for you to take the first step. Here is exactly what to expect when you contact Phillips & Associates about a sexual abuse case in San Diego.

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Free, Confidential Consultation

Your first conversation is with one of our attorneys — not a call center. We listen carefully to what happened, answer your questions honestly, and explain your legal options with no pressure and no obligation. Everything you share is protected by attorney-client privilege.

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Investigation & Evidence Development

We investigate your case thoroughly — gathering records, identifying all responsible parties including institutions, and working with investigators and expert witnesses to build the strongest possible claim under California law.

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Filing & Legal Action

We handle all filings, court appearances, and procedural requirements in San Diego County. You focus on healing — we handle the legal battle.

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Negotiation & Trial-Ready Advocacy

We negotiate aggressively to secure the maximum compensation available. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we take your case to trial. You pay nothing unless we win.

Why San Diego Survivors Choose Phillips & Associates

  • ✓We represent survivors exclusively — never institutions, never corporations
  • ✓Deep knowledge of California AB 218 and San Diego County court procedures
  • ✓Experience with the Diocese of San Diego, SDUSD, and military-connected institutions
  • ✓Anonymous filing available to protect your identity in California Superior Court
  • ✓Bilingual team — English and Spanish — available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Frequently Asked Questions — San Diego Sexual Abuse Lawyer

Below are answers to common questions from survivors and families throughout San Diego County. For a free, confidential consultation, call us at 1-800-681-5000 or use the form above.

Under California’s AB 218 (Child Victims Act), adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse generally have until age 40, or five years from the date they discovered the psychological injury caused by the abuse — whichever is later. For adult survivors of sexual assault, the deadline is typically 10 years from the date of the assault or 3 years from discovery of injury. These deadlines are highly fact-specific. We urge you to contact a San Diego sexual abuse attorney as soon as possible for a free evaluation.
Yes. California law allows survivors to hold institutions directly liable when they employed, supervised, or failed to report an abuser. The Diocese of San Diego has faced significant civil litigation over clergy sexual abuse. Beyond the Church, San Diego Unified School District, private schools, and other institutions have also been named in civil lawsuits. Institutional claims are often more valuable because organizations carry insurance and assets that individual perpetrators do not.
You may have civil claims against both the driver and the rideshare company. Uber and Lyft have faced substantial litigation in California for failing to adequately screen drivers and protect passengers. Phillips & Associates handles rideshare sexual assault cases throughout San Diego County — from the airport and downtown to Pacific Beach, Mission Valley, and North County.
Most civil sexual abuse cases in San Diego County are resolved through settlement before trial. We handle all court appearances, filings, and procedural requirements on your behalf. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we are fully prepared to litigate in San Diego Superior Court. Our goal is always to resolve your case with maximum compensation while minimizing the burden on you.
Nothing upfront. Phillips & Associates works exclusively on a contingency fee basis — you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. There are no consultation fees, no retainers, and no out-of-pocket costs. Our fee is a percentage of any recovery we obtain. If we don’t win, you owe us nothing.
Survivors in California may be entitled to compensation for past and future medical and psychological treatment, lost wages and diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress and PTSD, and punitive damages against institutions that concealed abuse. The value of each case depends on the nature of the abuse, the responsible parties, and the documented impact on the survivor’s life.
Yes, completely. From the moment you first contact us, everything you share is protected by attorney-client privilege. We will never disclose your identity or the details of your situation without your explicit consent. In San Diego Superior Court, you may also be able to file your case as a ‘Jane Doe’ or ‘John Doe’ plaintiff, keeping your identity protected throughout the legal process.
No. A civil lawsuit for sexual abuse is entirely separate from any criminal investigation or prosecution. You do not need a police report, a criminal conviction, or even a criminal case to pursue civil damages. Many survivors in San Diego choose to pursue civil claims even when no criminal charges have been filed — and they are fully entitled to do so.
Possibly yes. California’s AB 218 significantly expanded the window for childhood sexual abuse survivors to file civil claims, and many survivors who were previously told their time had expired may now have a path to justice. Every situation is different. We offer free, confidential consultations to evaluate your specific circumstances — there is no obligation and no cost to speak with us.

San Diego County Areas We Serve

Phillips & Associates serves survivors throughout San Diego County — from downtown and coastal communities to North County, East County, and the South Bay.

Downtown San DiegoGaslamp QuarterLittle ItalyHillcrestNorth ParkSouth ParkGolden HillEast VillageBarrio LoganLogan HeightsMission ValleyMission HillsOld TownPacific BeachMission BeachOcean BeachPoint LomaLoma PortalClairemontBay ParkLinda VistaKearny MesaSerra MesaTierrasantaAllied GardensCollege AreaCity HeightsNormal HeightsTalmadgeRolandoLa MesaEl CajonSanteeLakesideSpring ValleyChula VistaNational CityImperial BeachCoronadoLa JollaUniversity CityMira MesaScripps RanchRancho BernardoPowayEscondidoSan MarcosVistaOceansideCarlsbadEncinitasSolana BeachDel MarRancho Santa FeRamona
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Local Courts Handling Sexual Abuse Civil Cases in San Diego

Sexual abuse civil lawsuits in San Diego are filed in the San Diego County Superior Court. California’s civil court system allows survivors to pursue compensation independently of any criminal proceedings. Phillips & Associates handles all court filings on your behalf — you never have to navigate the courthouse alone.

San Diego Central Courthouse — Civil Division
📍 1100 Union St., San Diego, CA 92101
Handles civil lawsuits in San Diego County, including sexual abuse and institutional negligence claims.
Superior Court of California — County of San Diego
📍 1100 Union St., San Diego, CA 92101
Official San Diego Superior Court website with case access, e-filing, and court locations.

Resources for Sexual Abuse Survivors in San Diego

If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual abuse in San Diego, the following organizations provide confidential crisis support, counseling, and advocacy. These resources are independent of legal representation — they are here to help you heal and understand your options.

SDPD Sexual Assault Unit — Survivor ResourcesLocal Resource
San Diego Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit with information on reporting and survivor resources.
California Attorney General — Sexual Assault ResourcesStatewide
Official California Attorney General resource page for sexual assault survivors, including rape crisis center directory and evidence kit tracking.
California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB)Statewide
State program that reimburses crime-related expenses for eligible victims of sexual assault and other violent crimes.
AB 218 — California Child Victims Act (Full Text)Statewide
Official California Legislature text of AB 218, which extended the statute of limitations for childhood sexual assault civil claims.
RAINN — National Sexual Assault HotlineStatewide
Nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. Operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (1-800-656-HOPE).
ValorUS (formerly CALCASA) — California Sexual Assault CoalitionStatewide
California’s statewide sexual assault coalition — find local rape crisis centers and survivor resources across California.

Phillips & Associates is not affiliated with any of the above organizations. These links are provided as a public service to help survivors in San Diego find support. If you are ready to explore your legal options, contact our team for a free, confidential consultation.

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