Throughout Victoria, many survivors carry the trauma of abuse that occurred during their childhood in schools, religious institutions, children’s homes, and other organisations entrusted with their care. We understand the profound courage it takes to break decades of silence about such deeply distressing experiences, especially when many survivors were not believed or were discouraged from speaking up in the past. At MEJ, we are committed to providing a safe, supportive space where your voice will be heard and your experiences acknowledged.
Since 1985, we’ve helped people pursue fair compensation for institutional abuse. While our primary focus is securing the financial compensation you deserve, we may also be able to help obtain formal apologies and acknowledgment of your experiences. We’ll be by your side throughout the process, treating your story with the care and respect it deserves.
Our firm has helped many people across Victoria find justice, including those who experienced harm in church institutions, state-run children’s homes, and educational facilities. While we acknowledge that no amount of compensation can erase the trauma of childhood abuse, it can provide important recognition and practical support for your future.
Above all, we see you as a person deserving of respect and dignity – never just another case.
OUR APPROACH:
Personal, compassionate, and committed
At MEJ, we know that no amount of compensation can fully erase the trauma of institutional abuse. However, we believe that survivors deserve recognition for their pain, a chance to hold those responsible accountable, and the support they need to move forward with their lives.
WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING:
Personalised and compassionate legal representation:
Our team treats every client with respect, sensitivity, and dignity. We understand the emotional weight of this process and provide support tailored to your specific needs.
Non-judgmental support:
We believe that everyone deserves to be heard, no matter their background or the nature of their experience. You will be treated with the utmost care, and we will ensure that your legal rights are protected.
A focus on you, not the commission:
At MEJ, your story matters. Our goal is to achieve the best possible outcome for you—not to focus on the financial side of the case. Our team is committed to helping you seek justice and closure.
If you or someone you know has been affected by institutional abuse in Victoria, we are here to help.
For immediate support, you can contact Lifeline at 13 11 14.
INSTITUTIONS:
- Bendigo Catholic Diocese
- Ballarat Diocese (Catholic Diocese of Ballarat)
- Boys’ Town (formerly in Broadmeadows)
- Brighton Grammar School
- Catholic Religious Order of the Presentation Brothers
- Christian Brothers (Ballarat)
- Gippsland Institute of Technology (TAFE)
- Greensborough Catholic Boys’ Home
- Kangaroo Ground Orphanage
- La Trobe University
- Lutheran Church of Australia (various institutions)
- Marist Brothers (various schools and institutions)
- Melbourne Girls Grammar
- Melton Catholic Boys’ Home
- Mount Carmel College (Bendigo)
- Sacred Heart Mission
- Salvation Army Boys’ Home (Melbourne)
- St. John’s Boys’ Home (Warrnambool)
- St. Mary’s College (Melbourne)
- The Wesley Mission (various institutions)
- Victorian Institute of Sport
- Victorian Aboriginal Children’s Services (various locations)
- Warrnambool Orphanage
WHY MEJ?
Proven experience in institutional abuse claims
We have successfully represented survivors of institutional abuse across Victoria and beyond, ensuring they receive the compensation and recognition they deserve.
A compassionate approach
We provide clear, non-judgmental, and understanding legal advice, ensuring you feel supported throughout the process.
Personalised service
We treat each case with the individual care and attention it deserves, focusing on the outcomes that matter most to you.
If you are ready to take the first step
toward justice, contact MEJ today.
Our experienced lawyers are here to provide the guidance, support, and legal expertise you need to move forward.
