Mediation is ongoing between the Committee, the Diocese, and the Diocese’s Insurers. Another mediation session was held in February 2025, and additional mediation sessions have been scheduled in March and April of 2025. The rules of bankruptcy require the parties to these sessions to keep everything said and done within the mediation strictly confidential. We know that this can be difficult but please know that the Committee and its professionals are fully engaged in all facets of the mediation and we will continue to provide updates as we are able.
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Message from the Survivors’ Committee
Dear Survivors, those supporting Survivors, and others interested in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany bankruptcy case:
On behalf of the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors (the “Survivors’ Committee”), welcome to the Albany Survivors’ webpage. We, the Survivors’ Committee, were appointed by the US Trustee’s Office to advocate on behalf of all Survivors of abuse within the Diocese of Albany. The Survivors’ Committee is made up of seven Survivors of abuse related to this Diocese, whom represent a diversity of ages and genders. As Survivors ourselves, we understand the pain and trauma that other Survivors may be experiencing during this bankruptcy case. We understand that each Survivors’ journey is unique, and we empathize with each one of you as we navigate and process the trauma we have all experienced. Whether you are just beginning that journey or have been on it for many years, we are with you. We have designed this website to help with the questions you may have about the bankruptcy case.
This website provides the following information regarding the bankruptcy case of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany:
- Overview of the bankruptcy process
- Diocesan Bankruptcy frequently asked questions (FAQ)
- News feed detailing case events and the Survivors’ Committee’s activities
- Mental health resources for Survivors
The website will be regularly updated over the course of the case. The Survivors’ Committee hopes Survivors find this information useful, and encourage any Survivors with questions to contact their personal attorneys or the Survivors’ Committee’s bankruptcy counsel, Stinson LLP. To contact Stinson LLP, you may email albanysurvivorteam@stinson.com.