NEW ORLEANS —

The Archdiocese of New Orleans' bankruptcy trial officially began Tuesday, and attorneys began discussing the archdiocese's finances.

Nearly 150 parishes and charities are filing for bankruptcy and will contribute approximately $65 million to a $230 million settlement fund for clergy sex abuse survivors. Advertisement

It was revealed in court that legal fees could reach $50,000 per parish. This is in addition to an unknown amount toward the settlement per parish.

Father Patrick Carr, who works on finances for the diocese, was questioned by attorneys in court.

He said the $230 million trust is still building up the needed funds.

It was revealed in court that it costs the diocese $50 million to operate every three months.

Carr said it's unclear how much each parish will

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