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.
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