Jessica Pride
Managing Partner · The Pride Law Firm · San Diego, CA
Helping survivors of sexual abuse and sex trafficking find justice through trauma-informed civil litigation.
2831 Camino del Rio S, Suite 104 · San Diego, CA 92108
20+
Years representing survivors of sexual violence
$116M
FCI Dublin settlement — liaison counsel
Co-Founder
AAJ Sexual Assault Litigation Group
About Jessica
Jessica Pride founded The Pride Law Firm with a singular focus: representing survivors of sexual violence in civil court. Over nearly two decades, she has helped hundreds of survivors hold perpetrators and negligent institutions accountable — not just for compensation, but to drive the systemic changes that protect others from harm.
Jessica pioneered a trauma-informed approach to legal representation, making The Pride Law Firm the first in California to employ a full-time Survivor Advocate on staff. Her team provides more than legal counsel — they offer emotional support, resource connections, and a confidential environment where survivors feel believed and empowered throughout the process.
Beyond her practice, Jessica co-founded the American Association for Justice's Sexual Assault Litigation Group and served seven years on the AAJ Board of Governors. She spent four years as Board President of the Center for Community Solutions, San Diego's largest domestic violence and rape crisis center, and founded the Sirona Healing Center to provide trauma support resources.
Topic Guides on The Legal Examiner
Comprehensive Guide
Sexual Abuse: A Survivor's Guide to Justice
Understanding your rights, the legal process, and how civil litigation can bring accountability and change.
Topic Guide
Sex Trafficking: Understanding Your Rights
Federal protections, civil remedies, and the path to justice for trafficking survivors.
Practice Areas on survivorlawyer.com
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to speak with a sexual abuse attorney?
Initial consultations with The Pride Law Firm are free and confidential. Jessica Pride and her team handle sexual abuse cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless they recover compensation on your behalf.
What is the statute of limitations for sexual abuse in California?
California has significantly expanded the statute of limitations for sexual abuse claims. Under AB 218, survivors of childhood sexual abuse can file civil claims regardless of when the abuse occurred. For adult survivors, the deadline is generally 10 years from the date of the last act or 3 years from discovery of the injury. An attorney can help determine your specific filing deadline.
Can I file a civil lawsuit even if there were no criminal charges?
Yes. Civil cases and criminal cases are separate legal proceedings with different standards of proof. You can pursue a civil lawsuit for damages even if the perpetrator was never charged, the charges were dropped, or they were acquitted in criminal court. Civil cases require a lower burden of proof (preponderance of evidence vs. beyond a reasonable doubt).
What types of sexual abuse cases does The Pride Law Firm handle?
The Pride Law Firm represents survivors of child sexual abuse, sex trafficking, workplace sexual harassment, clergy abuse, institutional abuse, and sexual assault. Jessica Pride and her team focus exclusively on representing survivors in civil court, holding both individual perpetrators and negligent institutions accountable.
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