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Leading Child Abuse & Personal Injury
Attorney In Orange County, CA

Welcome to the top Personal Injury, Child Abuse and Assault Law Firm in California. Tom Cifarelli and his team give victims a voice to prevent future abuse. A nationally recognized sexual abuse victim’s advocate, who aggressively fights for victims of sexual abuse to win them the best possible outcome.

You pay us nothing until we win your case.

Case Highlights

$852 Million Settlement

March 25, 2021 - Attorney Tom Cifarelli and The Cifarelli Law Firm helped secure an unprecedented and record-setting $852 Million Settlement for a little over 700 former USC students who sued USC and Dr. George Tyndall over alleged sexual abuse of students in the university student health center. The Cifarelli Law Firm proudly represented over a dozen former USC Students in the lawsuit alleging abuse by Tyndall. The settlement is believed to be the largest of its kind in American history.

$5.1 Million Settlement

2020 Child Sexual Abuse Case

$660 Million Settlement

Clergy Sexual Abuse Settlement in Los Angeles

$5 Million Settlement

Lawsuit Brought by Two Former Students Who Were Molested by a Teacher at Telfair Elementary School in Paloma

Client Reviews

“I never thought I would ever need a lawyer. I hoped I wouldn’t. So when my son was abused by his coach, I didn’t know what to do or where to turn. Luckily I found you and your law office. You guys were so professional, and seemed so sure that everything would be okay, it really put my heart at ease. You were the first person my son really opened up to, and for that I can’t thank you enough. You were more than a lawyer for him, you became a friend to him and my family…“

- Theresa G., 2015

"Tom was an exceptional lawyer. He made me feel comfortable when speaking about serious matters and gave me the tools necessary to understand what exactly was going on with my case. His team goes above and beyond to keep clients informed and represented. This had to be one of the most difficult times in my life, and I couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer to help me through it."

- G.R., 2017

"The Cifarelli Law Firm helped me 4 years with my case and got me a settlement that I deserve. They took care of me like a second family and provided food, parking, compassion, understanding, and never gave up on me. I recommend this firm to anyone because they stay true when they say "We will take care of you." Thank You Cifarelli Law Firm for everything. God Bless!"

– J.A., 2018

"Professional. Compassionate. Informative.

Above all they are very clear which makes the whole process kind. I would highly recommend their firm to anyone who needs it."

- Ken, 2020

"The Cifarelli Law Firm really is top notch. I joined a lawsuit in 2018 with Tom and his team working on my behalf. We won our case! The way they handled every step of the process from start to finish was impressive. I felt 100% confident with Tom representing us."

- T., 2020

I had worked with the Cifarelli law firm for over 4 years in an extremely sensitive case. Tom brought in the best lawyers to work on my case, stayed constantly involved and helped me get through it. At the end Tom and Team we’re able to negotiate an incredible settlement and avoid a drawn out trial. Thank you for all you did and I must say I highly recommend the Cifferelli Law Firm, you’ll be in the best hands!!!

- T.S., 2022

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To Tom and the entire Cifarelli team, words cannot express how grateful we are for everything you’ve done for us throughout this journey. You didn’t just handle our case with professionalism and expertise; you became like family to us during a challenging time. Your dedication and hard work have made a significant difference in our lives, and we cannot thank you enough. Tom, thank you especially for believing in us from the very beginning and giving us the opportunity to pursue justice. Your guidance and support meant everything to us. We are thrilled with the outcome of the case, thanks to your tireless efforts and commitment to out cause. While we hope to never have to work with you on a case again (for all the right reasons!), we look forward to staying in touch. Please extend our deepest gratitude to your entire team. You are truly exceptional at what you do, and we are incredibly fortunate to have had you on our side. With heartful thanks and warmest regards.

- Grateful Client

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Meet Thomas A. Cifarelli

Tom Cifarelli is recognized as one of the nation's top attorneys in plaintiff's personal injury litigation. He has been selected as one of the top 500 plaintiff lawyers in America and the top 50 Attorneys in Orange County by Super Lawyers. He has won and collected over $100 million for his clients in the last five years alone. Throughout his entire career, he has made law in important areas including privacy rights and school district liability for children sexually abused by teachers. He is a recognized expert in the areas of child sexual abuse litigation, privacy rights, pharmacy mistakes and handling high profile personal injury litigation. throughout California.

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