Illinois Foster Care & DCFS Abuse Claims
Children placed in foster care, group homes, and state custody are among the most vulnerable in Illinois. When the systems meant to protect them fail, survivors deserve to be heard. If you were sexually abused as a child while in foster care, a group home, or DCFS custody, we are here to listen — privately, compassionately, and at no cost to you. Speaking with us is always free and completely confidential.
It wasn't your fault. You are not alone.
Confidential
All consultations are completely confidential
Proven Results
$4B+ recovered for abuse survivors
Experienced Team
3,500+ survivors represented
40+ Years
Decades of experience fighting for justice
Who May Have a Claim
If you experienced sexual abuse as a child while in foster care or a DCFS-placed setting in Illinois, you may have legal options.
Facilities We Are Reviewing
Aunt Martha's Integrated Care Center
5001 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL · Closed June 2024
A DCFS-contracted foster-care and residential placement facility on Chicago's South Side. Confidential, trauma-informed legal help for survivors.
Learn more →Other facility or placement — tell us your story
Were you abused at another foster home, group home, or DCFS-placed setting in Illinois? Even if you don't see your placement listed, you can still reach out. Your case may still qualify.
Tell us your story →How We Help
Free Confidential Consultation
Share your story in a safe, judgment-free conversation. Your privacy is protected.
Investigation and Evidence Building
Our team gathers records, identifies witnesses, and builds a comprehensive case.
Negotiation or Filing the Lawsuit
We pursue maximum compensation through settlement or aggressive litigation.
No Fees Unless We Win
You pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case.
Why Slater Slater Schulman
We bring national institutional-abuse experience to Illinois foster-care and DCFS accountability — holding large institutions responsible for the youth in their care.
Who We Are
Slater Slater Schulman LLP is a prominent full-service law firm with over 40 years of experience representing survivors of catastrophic and traumatic events, including litigating against the Boy Scouts, clergy, medical professionals, and members of the justice system.
The attorneys at Slater Slater Schulman LLP take a personal approach to representation. We are here to ensure that survivors have the opportunity to confront their past with the full support of our large legal team.
We are honored to have represented more than 3,500 survivors in the historic $4 billion settlement with Los Angeles County—the largest of its kind in history.
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