This October, Levin, Riback & Adelman will be honored to sponsor and attend the 2025 National Sexual Violence Law Conference, hosted by the Victim Rights Law Center. This annual conference brings together attorneys, advocates, and professionals from across the country who are committed to strengthening the legal system’s response to sexual assault. Our lawyers will gain and refine practical tools to better support our clients through complex legal challenges.
Why Conferences Like This Matter for Lawyers and Survivors
Sexual abuse survivors often face barriers and challenges long after their assault. Beyond the trauma, many experience difficulties in schools, workplaces, and more. Civil law offers paths to address those harms, but the law in this area is constantly evolving. Conferences like the National Sexual Violence Law Conference are a chance for professionals to explore new case law and discuss best practices for supporting survivors.
Illinois survivors of sexual assault have protections under both state and federal law. Keeping up with how these laws are interpreted in practice is critical for lawyers representing survivors. For example, the Illinois Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act gives survivors rights such as notice of court proceedings, the ability to make a victim impact statement, and protection from harassment. Federal laws, including Title IX and the Violence Against Women Act, provide additional remedies. These laws are particularly relevant when sexual violence occurs in schools or on campuses.
Finally, this conference is a chance for our firm to connect with other attorneys and advocates nationwide. Sharing ideas with others who focus on this area of law helps us develop more effective arguments and strategies for survivors. For example, approaches that work in one state may inform legal innovation in another. Ultimately, we expect to come back with new perspectives that directly improve our ability to fight for clients in Illinois courts.
How Civil Suits Can Help Survivors in Illinois
Illinois survivors of sexual abuse may choose to pursue civil claims against their abuser or against institutions that failed to protect them. This can include schools, religious organizations, medical providers, and employers. Civil lawsuits often focus on damages for pain and suffering, lost wages, and therapy costs. They also have a potential systemic impact: they hold institutions accountable and can prevent future harm.
Unfortunately, for survivors, the process is often overwhelming. If you’re a survivor of sexual abuse, your lawyer should understand the law and be part of a community of advocates fighting for systemic change. Experienced attorneys who dedicate time to training, education, and collaboration are better prepared to compassionately guide you through the process—and fight for the results you deserve.
Levin, Riback & Adelman Is Committed to Pursuing Justice for Sexual Abuse Survivors
Levin, Riback & Adelman is proud to both sponsor and attend the 2025 National Sexual Violence Law Conference in Chicago. Our firm represents survivors of sexual abuse in civil cases to hold perpetrators and negligent institutions accountable.
If you’re considering legal action after sexual abuse, our lawyers can help. We can explain your rights, protect your privacy, and help you pursue justice through the civil legal system. Contact Levin, Riback & Adelman today to discuss your options.