SEXUAL ASSAULT LITIGATION
Trauma-informed civil advocacy.
After sexual assault, some survivors may wish to explore civil legal options for accountability, compensation, or other remedies. Civil litigation is separate from the criminal process and may be available even where there has not been a criminal charge or conviction, though limitation periods and evidentiary issues may affect the options available.
PATH assists with sexual assault civil litigation matters that fall within our mandate. We approach this work with care, respect for client autonomy, and an understanding that deciding whether to take legal action after sexual violence can be deeply personal and difficult.
How We Can Help
PATH may be able to assist with:
Helping survivors understand civil legal options after sexual assault
Reviewing potential claims
Preparing civil pleadings and court materials where appropriate
Gathering documents, records, and evidence in a trauma-informed way
Supporting clients through settlement discussions, litigation steps, or court processes
Working to reduce re-traumatization throughout the legal process
What to Expect
If your matter appears to fall within PATH’s mandate, we will approach the intake process with care and respect for your privacy and autonomy. We may ask for information about what happened, when it occurred, who was involved, whether there are limitation period concerns, and what outcome you are hoping for. We will not ask for unnecessary details, and we will discuss legal options at a pace that is as clear and respectful as possible.
When to Contact Us
If your matter appears to fall within PATH’s mandate, we will approach the intake process with care and respect for your privacy and autonomy. We may ask for information about what happened, when it occurred, who was involved, whether there are limitation period concerns, and what outcome you are hoping for. We will not ask for unnecessary details, and we will discuss legal options at a pace that is as clear and respectful as possible.
Documents & Information
That May Help
You do not need to have all of these documents or details before contacting PATH. If your matter appears to fall within our mandate, we may ask for some of the following information to better understand the issue and assess how we may be able to assist.
A general description of what happened, shared only to the extent you are comfortable at the intake stage
The approximate date or timeframe of the assault
The identity of the person or institution involved, if known
Any records, messages, photographs, notes, or correspondence that may be relevant
Information about whether the matter was reported to police, a school, employer, institution, or other organization
Medical, counselling, or support records, if relevant and available
Information about any related criminal, workplace, human rights, family, or institutional process
Any limitation period concerns or previous legal advice received
Need help?
To request assistance, please complete PATH's intake form. If there are any upcoming hearing dates, deadlines, or urgent issues, please include that information when contacting us.
Alternatively, you may call our intake phone line at 1 (844) PAROLE-04 (1-844-727-6534) to leave a voicemail. Please note that PATH Legal does not accept unscheduled or cold calls. If you would like to speak with a member of our team, you must leave a voicemail or complete the intake form above.