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Diocese of Norwich Bankruptcy: The $31 Million Settlement Fund

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The Norwich Roman Catholic Diocesan Corporation, in Connecticut, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on July 15, 2021, largely because of lawsuits over sexual abuse at the Academy at Mount Saint John, a residential school in Deep River. The court confirmed its plan on June 13, 2025, creating a $31 million settlement fund for survivors.

Facts checked September 18, 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.

The Norwich settlement

The $31 million fund comes from diocesan assets and property sales, assets of non-debtor Catholic entities, insurance contributions and a 10% reduction in professionals’ fees. The plan allows the diocese, its parishes and other Catholic entities to move on from the claims.

Many claims concern the Academy at Mount Saint John in Deep River, a now-closed residential school for boys where survivors say they were abused as children between the 1980s and 2000.

What this means if you were abused in the Diocese of Norwich

Survivors with filed claims are paid from the settlement fund under the plan’s rules. Because the plan releases the diocese and related entities, survivors who never filed should get advice about whether any option remains, for example against individuals or entities outside the plan.

Diocese of Norwich bankruptcy at a glance

DebtorThe Norwich Roman Catholic Diocesan Corporation
CourtU.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Connecticut (Hartford)
Case number21-20687
JudgeJames J. Tancredi
FiledJuly 15, 2021
Settlement fund$31 million
StatusSeventh Amended Joint Plan confirmed June 13, 2025
Case documentsOmni Agent Solutions: omniagentsolutions.com/Norwich
State Law Notice: Laws governing civil claims for religious institution abuse vary significantly by state. Filing deadlines, lookback windows, and available defendants differ depending on where the abuse occurred and your current state of residence. The information on this page is general in nature. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon without first speaking to a qualified attorney about your specific circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Norwich diocese settlement?
The confirmed plan creates a $31 million settlement fund, paid for by diocesan assets and property sales, non-debtor Catholic entities, insurers and a reduction in professionals’ fees.
Is the Diocese of Norwich bankruptcy over?
Yes. The court confirmed the Seventh Amended Joint Plan on June 13, 2025.
What happened at the Academy at Mount Saint John?
Survivors say they were sexually abused as boys at the Academy at Mount Saint John, a now-closed residential school in Deep River. Lawsuits over that abuse were the main reason the diocese filed for bankruptcy.
Where can I see the Norwich diocese bankruptcy docket?
The claims agent, Omni Agent Solutions, publishes the docket free at omniagentsolutions.com/Norwich. The case number is 21-20687 in the District of Connecticut.
Can I still file a claim in the Norwich diocese bankruptcy if I missed the deadline?
Possibly, but it is difficult. Courts allow late claims only in limited circumstances, and some plans set aside a process for survivors who come forward later. Get advice quickly, because every month can matter.
Do I need a lawyer to file a claim in the Norwich diocese bankruptcy?
You are not required to have one, but claims are scored and paid under detailed plan rules, and the information you give affects the amount you receive. A lawyer can prepare your claim, explain your options and represent you if the claim is challenged. Our case reviews are free and confidential.

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