Partnered with Jeff Anderson & Associates, Pearlman and Anderson have represented and secured compensation for nearly eight hundred clergy abuse survivors in Illinois.
Pearlman and Anderson have extensive experience representing individuals harmed by teachers, staff, or institutional negligence.
While navigating complex employment and civil law, Pearlman and Anderson help victims of workplace assault achieve accountability.
Pearlman and Anderson represent survivors of sexual abuse in youth sports, where trusted adults, such as coaches, trainers, or staff, have violated their position of authority.
When doctors, nurses, or therapists abuse the trust afforded to them, Pearlman and Anderson provide guidance and support to sexual abuse survivors while seeking justice.
Marc Pearlman and Melissa Anderson have obtained compensation and justice on behalf of nearly eight hundred sexual abuse survivors. whether the abuse occurred in the workplace, a school, religious institution, youth sports, or in a medical or therapeutic setting, we stand as unwavering allies, committed to justice, healing, and lasting change.
Combining Passionate Advocacy with Efficient Legal Expertise
Attorney & Advocate
Melissa Anderson is passionate about helping children and adults impacted by sexual assault and abuse.
During all litigation processes, Melissa seeks to bring a sense of calm and empowerment to those for whom she advocates and is dedicated to holding offenders and their enabling institutions accountable.
Melissa obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of Iowa and her J.D. with honors from IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law.
Attorney & Advocate
Marc Pearlman is an intense and focused Chicago abuse attorney practitioner with significant experience representing survivors of sexual abuse and exploitation.
In representing victims of sexual abuse and exploitation, Marc is committed to advocating on behalf of and protecting the interests of children and vulnerable adults.
Marc Pearlman worked tirelessly, educating the Illinois legislature to have the laws in Illinois changed, making it easier for survivors of sexual abuse to seek compensation and justice.
Marc graduated from Cornell University in 1988 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. He received his J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School in 1991.