ERIC MACLEISH
One of the most successful and experienced attorneys in the United States representing victims of sexual abuse
Lead Counsel in $85 Million Boston Priest Abuse case
Featured in Academy Award Best Picture Film "Spotlight" played by Billy Crudup
Top Ten Winning Trial Lawyer, National Law Journal
Lawyer of the Year, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly 2016
Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year, 2023
Champion of Civil Justice Award, 2008
Massachusetts Super Lawyer, 2004 to present
Civil Rights Awards, Coalition of Families and Advocates for the Intellectually Disabled and the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill.
Licensed in Massachusetts and New Hampshire
SPECIALIZING IN SEXUAL ABUSE CASES AGAINST PRIVATE INSTITUTIONS, INCLUDING INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS, CAMPS, RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS AND COMPANIES
MEDIATION
I have mediated close to 1000 sexual abuse cases over the past thirty years. Mediation can be an effective way of resolving disputes short of a trial. I have mediated sexual abuse cases all over the county.
TRIALS
Experienced trial lawyer both in lower courts and appellate courts.  I have represented victims in all New England states, as well as many other states including California and New York.
