TIME-SENSITIVE NOTICE FOR NYC SURVIVORS: The New York City Gender-Motivated Violence Act (GMVA) extended window allows adult survivors of historical sexual assault to file civil lawsuits, regardless of how long ago the abuse occurred. This window closes permanently on July 29, 2027. Contact us immediately to protect your rights.
We fight for justice, accountability, and substantial financial recovery. We will not be intimidated by wealthy abusers or the corporate defense teams that shield them.
We do not just sue individual predators. We target the legacy schools, massive corporations, religious groups, and hospitals that enabled them.
We combat abuse of power by wielding trauma science and investigative precision in litigation strategies.
We apply meticulous trauma science to build compelling cases and maximize financial recovery for survivors. We litigate institutional abuse and corporate misconduct across three critical dimensions:
Interpreting Survivor Behavior Through the Lens of Trauma Physiology
Trauma is biological. The body’s hardwired survival responses during and after abuse—such as tonic immobility (freezing), appeasement, and delayed disclosure—are frequently weaponized by defense attorneys to imply consent or discredit a victim. We use trauma science to translate these biological responses into evidence of institutional betrayal and non-consent.
Because we understand how trauma impacts memory storage, cognitive sequencing, and neurological responses, we conduct trauma-responsive investigations that uncover deep-layer evidence that others may routinely overlook.
The true cost of trauma involves structural neurological impact and a diminished functional capacity to endure daily life. By mapping our clients’ damages directly to the science of nervous system dysregulation, we can precisely articulate the full extent of a survivor’s long-term loss to judges, juries, and insurance companies—maximizing the ultimate value of the recovery.
Patricia brings decades of high-stakes civil litigation experience and an unwavering courtroom presence to complex victim advocacy. Her unique dual perspective sets a new standard for plaintiff-side representation in New York.
The Investigative Power. Informed by her prior service in law enforcement investigating sex crimes and child abuse, Patricia possesses intimate knowledge of how institutional cover-ups operate and where corporate evidence is hidden. She knows exactly how to build an airtight case from day one.
The Physiological Edge. Recognizing that traditional legal frameworks frequently fail survivors, Patricia completed three years of advanced, post-graduate study with the Somatic Experiencing® International (SEI) Trauma Institute. She is a published author on the integration of trauma science and civil litigation. By understanding the precise biology that governs a client’s responses and functional capacity, Patricia effectively translates the hidden, somatic realities of trauma into powerful courtroom data—ensuring her clients are fiercely protected while she relentlessly pursues maximum institutional accountability.
Meet Patricia & the Team →Pre-litigation settlement for our client who was a victim of repeated sexual assault, coercive control, and psychological abuse.
Recovered for a domestic worker who endured severe sexual harassment in the workplace.
Won for a male victim of sexual harassment by a higher-up outside the workplace.
Settlement on behalf of a client subjected to inappropriate sexual comments and mistreatment by a medical provider.
Defeated an abuser’s attempt to turn the tables on his victim in family and civil courts — achieving dismissal of claims.
Won a motion to dismiss against a public figure who sued his sexual assault accuser alleging defamation.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Patty. She will get to know the details of your case better than you do, fight for you relentlessly as long as it takes, be transparent with you about every step, and treat you with great care and sensitivity. I don’t know where my case would have been without her, but I’m glad I never have to find out. She was my champion.
Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America · Member, New York State Trial Lawyers Association, American Association for Justice, National Crime Victim Bar Association, and Nassau County Bar Association
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