ALEXANDRIA (LA)
KALB [Alexandria LA]
February 2, 2026
By KALB Digital Team
Survivors of sexual abuse connected to the Diocese of Alexandria only have a few months to file a claim.
On Monday morning, the diocese announced the bankruptcy court of the Western District of Louisiana set a deadline of June 8, 2026, for both general and abuse survivor claims. CLICK HERE TO FILE A CLAIM.
Last October, Bishop Robert Marshall of the Diocese of Alexandria wrote a letter to the public, announcing the diocese had filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy for two reasons.
First, to “compensate all abuse survivors with unresolved claims in a single process overseen by a court – ensuring all are treated equitably”.
And second, “to allow the church to move forward on stable financial ground, focused on its gospel mission.”
According to the diocese, anyone who suffered sexual abuse connected to any of the following are entitled to relief: a parish church, a diocesan school, an orphanage or charitable institution, a Catholic Charities program or any entity or activity connected to the diocese.
You can read more about filing the claims below:
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Diocese of Alexandria Announces Court-Ordered Deadlines for Filing Sexual Abuse Claims in Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
June 8, 2026 Bar Date Established; Claim Filing Process Simplified with Enhanced Privacy Protections
ALEXANDRIA, LOUISIANA – The Diocese of Alexandria announced today that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Louisiana has signed an order establishing June8, 2026, as the deadline for all claimants, including putative sexual abuse survivors (called “Abuse Survivors” in this notice), to file claims in the Diocese’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy case. The order also sets April 29, 2026, as the deadline for governmental units to file claims.
Important Dates and Deadlines
• Governmental Unit Claims Bar Date: April 29, 2026
• General Claims Bar Date: June 8, 2026
• Abuse Survivor Claims Bar Date: June 8, 2026
All claims must be received by the court-appointed Claims Agent (Stretto, Inc.), by the applicable bar date. Mailing a claim does not satisfy the deadline if it is not received on time.
How to File a Claim
The Diocese has worked with the bankruptcy court to establish a streamlined claims filing process. Abuse Survivors and other claimants may file claims using one of two methods:
- Electronic Filing Claims can be filed electronically through Stretto at:
https://cases.stretto.com/dioceseofalexandria
Electronic filing is the fastest and most secure method.
2. Mail Filing
Claims can be mailed to:
Diocese of Alexandria Claims Processing
c/o Stretto
410 Exchange, Suite 100
Irvine, CA 92602
Claims may also be hand-delivered or sent by overnight mail to this address.
Claims cannot be filed by facsimile, email, or other electronic transmission methods.
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Specialized Claim Forms
The court has approved two forms for filing claims:
For Abuse Survivors: The “Putative Abuse Survivor Proof of Claim Form” has been specifically designed to allow these individuals to file claims with simplified procedures and complete confidentiality protection. All information submitted will be kept private and sealed from public disclosure. This form is available on the Stretto case website: https://cases.stretto.com/dioceseofalexandria/court-docket/court-docket-category/3218-putative-abuse-survivor-bar-date-notice-package/
For Other Creditors: The“General Proof of Claim Form” conforms substantially to theOfficial Bankruptcy Form No. 410 and has been further tailored specifically for the Diocese’sChapter 11 bankruptcy case. This form applies to all other claims against the Diocese that arose before October 31, 2025 (the bankruptcy filing date). This form is available on the Stretto case website:https://cases.stretto.com/dioceseofalexandria/court-docket/court-docket-category/3217-general-creditor-bar-date-notice-package/
Who Must File a Claim Abuse Survivors Must File:
Anyone who alleges they were sexually abused must file a claim if they believe the Diocese or any person affiliated with the Diocese may be responsible for the abuse. This includes abuse occurring in connection with:
• Parish churches
• Diocesan schools
• Orphanages or charitable institutions
• Catholic Charities programs
• Any other entity or activity associated with the Diocese
Filing is required regardless of:
• Whether you are a minor• Whether you are incompetent
• Whether you are incarcerated
• When the sexual abuse occurred
• Whether you have previously filed a lawsuit against the Diocese
• Whether you previously reported the abuse to the Diocese
• Whether you were abused at a parish or school that is no longer under Diocese jurisdiction
For clarity, this includes any individual who believes the Diocese, persons affiliated with theDiocese, or persons affiliated with parishes that are now in the geographic boundaries of theDiocese of Shreveport but were part of the Diocese of Alexandria until June 16, 1986 are liable
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for injuries arising from abuse that occurred before the Diocese’s October 31, 2025 bankruptcy filing, regardless of when the alleged abuse took place.
Minors, individuals under legal guardianship, and incarcerated individuals may file claims through their parents, guardians, or representatives. Deceased or incapacitated individuals may file claims through a representative or attorney for the estate.
Other Creditors Must File If :
• Your claim is not listed in the Diocese’s Bankruptcy Schedules, and you wish to share in any distributions from the Diocese’s assets
• Your claim is listed in the Diocese’s Bankruptcy Schedules as “disputed,” “contingent,” or “unliquidated,” and you wish to share in any distributions from the Diocese’s assets
• You believe your claim is listed in the Diocese’s Bankruptcy Schedules in an incorrect amount or wrong classification, and you wish to have your claim allowed in a different classification or amount than is listed
Who Need NOT File a Claim:
• Creditors whose claims are properly listed in the Schedules as neither disputed ,contingent, nor unliquidated (unless the amount, nature, or priority listed is incorrect)
• Holders of claims already allowed by an order of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Louisiana
• Entities whose claims have been paid in full
Privacy and Confidentiality Protections
At the request of the Diocese, the court has approved comprehensive confidentiality procedures to protect Abuse Survivors’ privacy throughout the bankruptcy process. All information submitted by these individuals or on their behalf will be maintained under seal and protected from public disclosure.
Claims Website and Support
For more information, detailed claim forms, instructions, and to file claims online, visithttps://cases.stretto.com/dioceseofalexandria. For assistance or questions about filing claims, contact Stretto by telephone, toll-free, at (855) 655-5795. Website support specialists can provide guidance on completing claim forms, answer questions about the claims process, and explain filing procedures.
About the Diocese’s Bankruptcy Filing The Diocese of Alexandria filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on October 31, 2025, to provide a fair and equitable process for compensating abuse survivors while continuing its pastoral and charitable mission. The bankruptcy filing applies only to the Diocese itself. Individual parishes and parish schools remain separate legal entities and are not included in the bankruptcy proceeding.
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Important Reminders
Missing the deadline can result in loss of rights.
If you do not file a timely claim by the applicable bar date, you may lose your right to compensation from the Diocese’s assets and any recovery through the claims process.
All entities, whether abuse survivors or other creditors, are encouraged to carefully review the notices and claim forms and to contact the Claims Agent with any questions.
Case Details
The case is In re: Diocese of Alexandria, Case No. 25-31257, pending in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Louisiana before Chief Judge John S. Hodge. Copies of court filings and orders are available at https://cases.stretto.com/dioceseofalexandria.
About the Diocese of Alexandria
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Alexandria, established in 1853, serves the spiritual needs of
Catholics across Central Louisiana. The Diocese operates numerous parishes, schools, and
charitable programs dedicated to serving the faithful and the broader community.
Media Contact
Bradley L. DrellGold, Weems, Bruser, Sues & Rundell, APLC
P.O. Box 6118, Alexandria, LA 71307
Phone: (318) 445-6471 | Email: bdrell@goldweems.com
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This press release is based on the Order Establishing Deadline for Filing Proofs of Claim and Approving the Form and Manner of Notice Thereof, signed January 26, 2026, by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Louisiana, Monroe Division.