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A Statement From Kat Thomas

It has come to our attention at Thomas Counselors at Law, LLC that Brian Kent, former partner of our joint venture partners, Laffey Bucci and Kent, LLP was terminated from the firm earlier this month.
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Ex-track coach Conrad Mainwaring gets up to 11 years in prison for serial sex abuse

Conrad Mainwaring finally plead guilty and sentenced for child sexual abuse committed at Camp Greylock
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Conrad Mainwaring Survivors Media Advisory

Conrad Mainwaring Survivors to offer Victim Impact Statements at court hearing
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Kat Thomas interviewed by Mother Jones

Kat Thomas interviewed by Mother Jones on the corporate “independent” investigations that result in further harms to survivors.
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Survivor Justice Agenda

Please join us Tuesday Dec, 19, 2023 at 12pm at Foley Square (opposite the courts), in advocating for the Launch of the Survivor Justice Agenda
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Survivors’ Rights: Webinar on Survivors Act

Kat Thomas discusses the Adult Survivors Act with NYS Assembymember Rosenthal and NYS Senator Holyman.
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Adult Survivors Act Q&A with Safe Horizon

While thousands of Child Victims Act cases proceed, many of the 283 against state entities have been dismissed by Court of Claims judges.
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FIGHT BACK FAIR ROUND 2

Sexual Assault Survivors have Rights! Come learn how to fight back against rapists, abusers, and enablers!
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FIGHT BACK FAIR

Sexual Assault Survivors have Rights! Come learn how to fight back against rapists, abusers, and enablers!
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Most Child Victims Act claims against NY are being dismissed

While thousands of Child Victims Act cases proceed, many of the 283 against state entities have been dismissed by Court of Claims judges.
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Cruciani Survivors Refuse to be Silenced; The Convictions Should Stand

On July 29th, a Manhattan jury found former Beth Israel pain management physician/neurologist Richard Cruciani guilty.
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Kat Thomas discusses with the Times Union the importance of passing the Adult Survivors Act

"The victim is the one that keeps having to pay for the damage," she said. "All of the payment is on the victim when we don't hold the others accountable. They're the ones paying for their therapy.
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NYC’s Gender Motivated Violence Act

Marsh Law Firm Associate Helene Weiss and Thomas Legal Counselors at Law Founder Kat Thomas discuss New York City's Gender Motivated Violence Act which will take effect in 2023.
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2022 Crain’s New York Business Awards

These impressive attorneys were chosen not only for their skills and accomplishments in the courtroom but for their leadership outside of it.
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Another Student Comes Forward Alleging Sexual Abuse at The Family Foundation School

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 2, 2021 RE: Metzger v. Manley et al Summons and Complaint
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Advocates call for passage of Adult Survivors Act

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – As the New York State legislative session winds down to its final days, lawmakers and advocates are calling for the passage of the Adult Survivors Act.
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Support for the Adult Survivors Act

We are survivors, advocates, and attorneys representing survivors of sexual violence. We understand first-hand the difficulties and inequalities faced by victims of rape, sexual assault, and...
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A Big Win for Survivors

Protecting the rights of survivors in New York. Defendants in sexual violence cases cannot hide behind anonymity...
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Child Victims Act Reaches Six Month Benchmark

“It takes time,” attorney Kat Thomas said. “It takes a person time to get the courage to seek the healing and recovery they deserve after years and sometimes decades of silence and shame.
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Abuse Victims Look-Back Should be Extended

Kat Thomas, a Manhattan lawyer who represents clients with lawsuits brought under the existing look-back period, said extending the time to commence such litigation will give people...
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Lawmakers Urge Longer Period for Sex Abuse Victims to Bring Claims

Endorsing the push for an extension, Kat Thomas, a Manhattan lawyer who represents clients with lawsuits brought under the existing look-back period, said stretching the time to commence such litigation will give more people their day in court. “It takes a person time…

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