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Best Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Richmond Hill, ON (2026)

We've compared the records of medical malpractice lawyers serving Richmond Hill for this 2026 ranking. The rankings take reviews into account. They also weigh experience and recognition, along with focus and results.

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5 lawyers and firms

Downtown Richmond Hill, Ontario
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The short answer

Our featured firm in Richmond Hill is Diamond & Diamond Lawyers LLP, where Jeremy Syrtash leads the medical malpractice group. Among the firms we reviewed, Campisi Law stands out helped by its published injury recoveries. Its many client reviews factor into the ranking too. The firm's work on medical claims like yours is worth checking before you call. Ask about the fee terms too, and find out which lawyer would handle your claim. For Ontario's discovery-based limitation period, see the Ontario law guide.

At a glance

  1. 1Diamond & Diamond Lawyers LLPJeremy SyrtashFeatured
  2. 2Campisi LawFree consultation4.9 out of 5
  3. 3Thomson Rogers LLPFree consultation4.8 out of 5
  4. 4Gluckstein LLPFree consultation4.6 out of 5
  5. 5Bergel Magence LLPFree consultation4.7 out of 5

Best Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Richmond Hill

  1. Featured
  2. Campisi Law logo2

    Campisi Law

    4.9370 Google reviewsRated 4.9 out of 5 on Google from 370 reviews

    Best for: Clients valuing communication and support

    Campisi Law Injury Lawyers reports a recovery exceeding $2.3 million for a client who suffered a traumatic brain injury and had a pre-existing medical condition. The result concerns an injury. For your medical claim, keep that distinction in mind: the firm hasn't presented this recovery as a malpractice result.

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    How they were picked

    Stood out in our review for the recognition it has earned and what its clients say.

    We order firms by how much of their work is medical malpractice, the results they publish, what their clients say, their experience, their standing with the regulator and the recognition they have earned, all from public records and the firms' own sites. How lists are made

  3. Thomson Rogers LLP logo3

    Thomson Rogers LLP

    4.8299 Google reviewsRated 4.8 out of 5 on Google from 299 reviews

    Best for: Birth injury and surgical error claims

    Thomson Rogers LLP has a medical malpractice judgment upheld on appeal that you can ask about: Denman v. Radovanovic, 2024 ONCA 276. Its second-place position partly reflects a long history: the firm dates to 1935. Birth injury and misdiagnosis claims appear on its site.

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    How they were picked

    Stood out in our review for its years of experience and what its clients say.

    We order firms by how much of their work is medical malpractice, the results they publish, what their clients say, their experience, their standing with the regulator and the recognition they have earned, all from public records and the firms' own sites. How lists are made

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  5. Gluckstein LLP logo4

    Gluckstein LLP

    4.637 Google reviewsRated 4.6 out of 5 on Google from 37 reviews

    Best for: Birth injury and HIE claims

    Gluckstein Lawyers' site discusses HIE and cerebral palsy claims, a starting point if your family is reading about either. Medication errors and wrongful death get coverage there too. Its history goes back to 1962.

    CallWebsiteFree case reviewIs this your firm?
    How they were picked

    Stood out in our review for its years of experience and the recognition it has earned.

    We order firms by how much of their work is medical malpractice, the results they publish, what their clients say, their experience, their standing with the regulator and the recognition they have earned, all from public records and the firms' own sites. How lists are made

  6. Bergel Magence LLP logo5

    Bergel Magence LLP

    4.7206 Google reviewsRated 4.7 out of 5 on Google from 206 reviews

    Best for: Misdiagnosis and medication error claims

    Reviewers of Bergel Magence LLP ⚖️ Personal Injury Lawyers often single out the firm's clear communication. Clients say they stay informed through regular updates. Its history goes back to 1972.

    CallWebsiteFree case reviewIs this your firm?
    How they were picked

    Stood out in our review for its years of experience and what its clients say.

    We order firms by how much of their work is medical malpractice, the results they publish, what their clients say, their experience, their standing with the regulator and the recognition they have earned, all from public records and the firms' own sites. How lists are made

Where they are in Richmond Hill

What clients say about these Richmond Hill lawyers

Google reviews of the firms on our lists, quoted as their clients wrote them and linked to where they were posted. We don't write, edit or pick reviews for pay.

  • Joanna C.

    October 2026 · Richmond Hill, Ontario

    “I can’t say enough good things about Dana! From the beginning, she has been kind, empathetic, and incredibly clear in her communication. I never feel like I’m left in the dark or unsure of what’s happening with my case, which has made such a difference throughout the entire process. Navigating an accident benefits...”

    About Reyes Tam LawGoogle reviewRead it on Google

  • Ashley F.

    October 2026 · Richmond Hill, Ontario

    “A M A Z I N G injury law firm!! Seriously, I was so discouraged on the outcome of my case but they just kept motivating me to persevere. The amount of support, dedication and encouragement I recieved from the team throughout the process truly made me feel seen and cared for; like I was family and they wouldn't rest...”

    About Campisi LawGoogle reviewRead it on Google

  • Valerie F.

    August 2026 · Richmond Hill, Ontario

    “I am grateful for the help I received from the Iacobelli Law firm. Being self-employed there was definite financial fallout from my injury, but I was also reluctant to pursue the litigation process. Colton, the lawyer assigned to my case, explained the process well and put me at ease. His estimated timelines...”

    About Iacobelli Law FirmGoogle reviewRead it on Google
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How a malpractice claim usually moves in Ontario

  1. 1.Something went wrong

    Write down dates and names while they're fresh.

  2. 2.Get your records

    Ask for your full chart and test results.

  3. 3.Free case review

    A lawyer looks at what happened, free.

  4. 4.Medical opinion

    A doctor checks whether the care fell short.

  5. 5.Start the claim in time

    Your lawyer starts the claim before the deadline.

  6. 6.Settlement or trial

    Many claims settle. Some go to a judge or jury.

Your deadline: 2 years from when you found outRead the Ontario law guide

Malpractice claims in Richmond Hill: the rules that matter

The filing deadline in Ontario
  1. The clock startsWhen you found out, or should have
  2. Time to start a claim2 yearsMiss it and the claim is usually lost.
  3. At the very most15 yearsafter the treatment, with a few exceptions
Limits on damages in Ontario
  • Pain and sufferingCapped at about $484,330
  • All damages togetherNo overall cap
  • Expert paperworkNo affidavit or certificate of merit is required to start a claim.

Read the Ontario law guideWork out your own deadline

Basic limitation period in Ontario
2 years
Source
Ultimate limitation period
15 years
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Choosing a malpractice lawyer in Richmond Hill

Describe which part of your care concerns you. The questions you'd ask about a birth injury differ from those about a medication error. On several firms' sites, you'll find descriptions of these claims. Their practices cover more than medical malpractice, though. Has the firm handled claims involving that treatment? You can't learn that from an injury firm's overall review score.

Make the first conversation specific

  1. Describe what happened

    Describe your treatment and the resulting injury. When did you first connect the two? Tell the lawyer, and ask which chart entries or delivery notes they'd want to review. For a child's claim, the lawyer needs the child's age; also mention whether there's a litigation guardian.

  2. Identify the lawyer handling the file

    Ask who will assess your claim. You'll also need to know who's responsible for updates. File-transfer problems come up in reviews of Thomson Rogers LLP. Some Gluckstein Lawyers reviewers criticise intake response times. Agree on a follow-up plan in case you don't hear back.

  3. Ask about relevant results

    Thomson Rogers LLP identifies a malpractice judgment upheld on appeal. The substantial recoveries Campisi Law Injury Lawyers publishes concern injuries. It doesn't describe them as malpractice results. If a firm has no listed results, ask what similar medical claims it has handled.

Clarify costs before committing

You can get a free consultation at every firm listed. What does the free conversation cover? Ask whether you'll pay for a later assessment. Campisi Law Injury Lawyers lists contingency fees. You'll also find them listed by Bergel Magence LLP ⚖️ Personal Injury Lawyers and Kamyab Law Professional Corporation. Don't assume the other firms offer that fee arrangement.

  • Ask how the firm calculates a contingency fee. Ask whether fees depend on a recovery.
  • Who pays for expert reports and other case expenses? Ask the firm to spell that out in writing.
  • If the firm stops handling your claim, what could you owe? Ask the same about an unsuccessful claim.

Treat a promised outcome as a red flag. You can't judge a medical claim's chances from supportive reviews. Ontario doesn't require an affidavit or certificate of merit for you to start a claim. Expert reports on standard of care and causation must still be served under the court's rules. The lawyer can explain how they'll assess those issues. You'll still need legal advice.

Questions people ask

How long do I have to start a medical malpractice claim in Richmond Hill?
Discovery starts Ontario's basic 2-year limitation period. For discovery, when did you know about the injury and the provider's contribution? When you reasonably ought to have known matters too. Whether a lawsuit was appropriate also matters. A separate ultimate limitation period is 15 years. The treatment date isn't necessarily the start of either clock. For your circumstances, ask an Ontario lawyer to explain how the rules apply.
Are the deadlines different for a child's birth injury claim?
They can be. The 2-year period doesn't run while a claimant is under 18 and has no litigation guardian for the claim. For a claim arising while the claimant is a minor without a litigation guardian, the 15-year ultimate period is suspended too. Wong v. Lui, 2023 ONCA 272 addresses this rule. Have an Ontario lawyer assess the child's circumstances before you try to calculate the deadline yourself.
Do I need a medical expert report before starting a claim?
To start a medical malpractice claim in Ontario, there's no requirement for an affidavit or certificate of merit. The court's rules do require service of expert reports, though, addressing standard of care and causation. How does the firm assess those issues? At the consultation, discuss report costs as well. For your particular claim, ask an Ontario lawyer what's needed.
Which firms offer free consultations or contingency fees?
Every firm on this list offers a free consultation. Campisi Law Injury Lawyers lists contingency fees. Bergel Magence LLP ⚖️ Personal Injury Lawyers and Kamyab Law Professional Corporation also list that arrangement. For the remaining firms, you'll need to confirm that arrangement. How are fees calculated, and do they depend on a recovery? Ask before you retain the lawyer. Who will pay the case expenses? The terms should be written down.
Does Ontario cap compensation for medical malpractice?
Ontario has no statutory cap on economic losses, which include lost income or future care. Non-pecuniary damages are different. The national, judge-made trilogy cap applies to those damages. A firm's published recovery won't tell you what your own claim might be worth. For your injury, ask an Ontario lawyer which categories may apply. They can also explain the cap's effect on the assessment.

Sources

  1. Limitations Act, 2002, S.O. 2002, c. 24, Sched. B, Government of Ontario (e-Laws)
  2. Claims from minors and the 15-year ultimate limitation period in Ontario, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
  3. Non-Pecuniary Damages Upper Limits (monthly indexed figures, 2024 to 2026), McKellar Structured Settlements
  4. Key Numbers for 2025 (trilogy cap and indexation), McCague Borlack LLP
  5. Malpractice Center methodology, Malpractice Center

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