The Archdiocese of New York and attorneys for about 1,300 parishioners who say they were sexually abused by clergy have agreed to an $800 million settlement of their legal claims. It is the second-largest involving a Catholic archdiocese in the U.S., following a 2024 settlement of $880 million involving the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. New York Archbishop Ronald Hicks sent an email Saturday to clergy confirming the settlement after attorneys for the survivors of alleged abuse announced it. Abuse survivor attorney Jeff Anderson said the settlement represents a powerful moment in the pursuit of justice. Hicks said in his email that the settlement will bring healing and reconciliation.