Sexually Abused In Long Beach Unified School District: Advocating for Survivors of Sexual Abuse in California
If you were abused by a teacher, coach, staff member, or trusted adult at Jordan High School, Lindbergh Middle School, Long Beach Polytechnic High School, or any other California school, we want to help you
Mark Santo, a former teacher in the Long Beach Unified School District, has an extensive history of manipulating, grooming, and sexually abusing minor female students. In 2018, when Santo was employed by Jordan High School, he was forced to resign due to being accused of sexually abusing a student at his home. In 2020, Santo was arrested on suspicion of lewd conduct with a minor that allegedly happened in 2012 and 2013 when Santo was a teacher at Lindbergh Middle School.
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Following the allegations and arrest, multiple victims came forward alleging Mark Santo sexually abused them while he was an educator in the Long Beach Unified School District. In 2023, jurors found Santo guilty of sexually abusing two former students and a friend of his daughter. Santo is currently serving 80 years to life in prison and was charged with two counts of lewd acts on a child under 14, forcible sexual penetration, forcible oral copulation, assault with intent to commit forcible oral copulation, and assault with intent to commit forcible sexual penetration.
Our Commitment to Justice
At Jeff Anderson & Associates, we are dedicated to providing trauma-informed support for survivors of sexual abuse and working hard to hold those responsible accountable. Our experienced and compassionate team is here to guide survivors through the legal process with patience and communication.
Why Choose Jeff Anderson & Associates?
- Experience in Sexual Abuse Cases: Our firm has a proven track record in handling complex and sensitive cases of sexual abuse. We have represented thousands of victims of sexual abuse in cases against individual offenders and the institutions that harbor them.
- Trauma-Informed & Compassionate Advocacy: We provide personalized support tailored to your unique needs, ensuring that you receive respectful and empathetic care throughout the legal process. We don’t just handle clients, we empower survivors.
- Commitment to Survivors: Our top priority is always the well-being of survivors. We strive to educate and empower survivors with choices throughout the legal process. We will work tirelessly to hold perpetrators like Mark Santo accountable to prevent future abuse.
Take the First Step Towards Justice
If you have been affected by sexual abuse by Mark Santo or any other teacher, counselor, or coach in California, you don’t have to face this alone. Contact Jeff Anderson & Associates today for a confidential conversation. Our team is here to advocate for your rights and help you seek the justice you deserve.
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