About Jeremy Syrtash
Jeremy is the Head of Medical Malpractice Litigation at Diamond and Diamond. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree with Honours (Magna Cum Laude) from Yeshiva University in New York City in 2010 and a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Ottawa in 2013.
Jeremy articled at one of Canada’s most prestigious medical malpractice litigation firm’s and was called to the Ontario Bar in 2014. For over a decade, Jeremy served as co-counsel on various medical malpractice trials across Canada, many of which were a result of pediatric or obstetrical negligence. He also has represented family members in wrongful death negligence suits against physicians, nurses and midwives.
As a civil litigator who specializes in medical malpractice litigation, Jeremy understands the needs and concerns of his clients in order to help them navigate their complex situations. The skills he developed as a PSW (Personal Support Worker) have enabled him to serve as a strong advocate for individuals with disabilities.
Jeremy is a passionate civil litigator who has successfully appeared before the Ontario Court of Appeal, Ontario Superior Court of Justice, The Court of Kings's Bench of Alberta, The Court of Kings's Bench of Saskatchewan and The Court of Kings's Bench of Manitoba. Jeremy is also a member of the Law Society of Ontario, Ontario Bar Association (OBA), Ontario Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA), The Toronto Lawyers Association (TLA) and The Advocates Society (TAS).
Jeremy has lectured extensively on various topics related to health and medical negligence law to other members of the legal community, physicians, nurses and hospital staff. He is also a frequent contributor to the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, Medical Malpractice Newsletter, which provides summaries and commentary on newly released Canadian medical negligence cases.
Outside of the office, Jeremy enjoys spending time with his family and is an avid Leafs, Raptors and Blue Jays fan.
Awards & honours
Recognition
Selected through Best Lawyers' peer-review process — lawyers are nominated and evaluated by the lawyers who practise against them.
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Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™
Health Care Law
Three consecutive years
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™
Health Care Law
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Bar Admission
- Ontario, 2014
Memberships
- Law Society of Ontario
- Ontario Bar Association (OBA)
- Ontario Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA)
- The Toronto Lawyers Association (TLA)
- The Advocates Society (TAS)
Publications
- Syrtash, Jeremy. "The Biased Expert: Current Jurisprudence and Best Practice Tips." The Litigator, Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, Winter 2023.
Media Mentions
- CBC News — June 2024: Jeremy Syrtash was interviewed by CBC for its investigation into an Ontario patient living with a needle left in her spine, sharing his perspective on the obstacles patients face when pursuing medical malpractice claims. Read on CBC