Personal injury & litigation lawyer
Ontario — Lawyer Jacqueline Staley has over 13 years of experience handling complex civil legal disputes in and out of the courtroom.
She represents clients who have been seriously injured as a result of the negligence of others, those who have employment disputes, and those dealing with disagreements over insurance coverage, property, powers of attorney and wills. Serving clients across all of Ontario.
Serving all of Ontario
Hours Mon to Fri · 8 AM to 5 PM
“A lawsuit is never just paperwork. It is your recovery, your livelihood, your family’s future. Staley Law PC takes on the disputes that change lives, and explains every step in plain language.”
Jacqueline StaleyLawyer, Staley Law PC
Resolving the disputes that affect your health, your income and your family.
Serious injuries change everything. We pursue compensation from the people and insurers responsible.
You paid your premiums. When an insurer says no, we push back.
Let go, pushed out or treated unfairly at work? Know what you are owed before you sign anything.
When a will or a power of attorney doesn’t add up, we help families get answers.
From the first claim to the courtroom: negotiation, motions, settlement and trial.
Not sure where you fit?Tell us what happened. We’ll tell you where you stand.
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Jacqueline Staley is a civil litigation lawyer with over 13 years of experience handling complex court claims. She grew up in a large family, built her skills at a fast-paced Toronto litigation firm, and now acts for clients across all of Ontario.
You get straight answers about your options, your deadlines and what a case could look like, before you decide anything.
Western UniversityUndergraduate · 2009
University of OttawaLaw · 2012
Law Society of OntarioMember since 2013
Essex Law AssociationBoard of directors since 2018
Ontario law sets strict deadlines. Miss one and a strong claim can be lost before it begins. These are three of the most common.*
Generally, tell your own insurer within 7 days of a car accident that you intend to apply for accident benefits.
An application to the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario is generally due within one year of the last incident.
The basic limitation period in Ontario is two years from when you knew, or ought to have known, about the claim.
*General information only, not legal advice. Exceptions and shorter notice periods apply in many situations, including claims against municipalities. Call to find out which deadlines apply to you.
Call 519-991-1817Learn about your legal options.
No guesswork. You’ll know what’s happening, what’s next, and why.
Book a consultationCall or send a short note. We’ll check for conflicts, then set a time to talk through your situation.
We review the facts, the documents and the deadlines, and explain your options and the realistic paths forward.
Evidence, demand letters, claims and negotiations with insurers, employers or the other side, handled for you.
Most disputes settle. When a fair settlement isn’t on the table, we take it to motions, mediation or trial.
Civil litigation lawyer with over 13 years of experience handling complex court claims, serving clients across all of Ontario in English and French.
Jacqueline has represented and recovered compensation for people seriously injured or killed because of the negligence of others.
She has also acted for employees with cases against their employer, in power of attorney disputes, and on applications for property seizures and orders for possession.
Her files have included
Her approach
She focuses heavily on early investigation and file development, planning each case toward the best and most practical result. Her services are tailored to each client’s needs and accessibility, with reasonable legal guidance and support from start to finish.
“Pursuing your rights in court can be stressful. I am here to assist you during a challenging time. Together we will find the best path forward.”
Grew up in a large family, and has always been an active part of her community, coaching and volunteering.
Graduated on the Dean’s Honours List, after years in several social justice clubs and intramural sports.
Graduated from the French Common Law Program.
Worked as a research assistant to then Vice-Dean Nicole LaViolette on her book L’essentiel du droit de la famille dans les provinces de common law au Canada, and to then Vice-Dean Craig Allen of the English Common Law Program.
Studied abroad at the faculty of law in Nice, France, and in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Licensed to practise law in Ontario.
Joined the board of directors, where she still serves.
Her own practice, focused on personal injury, insurance, employment, estate and civil disputes for clients across all of Ontario.
Jacqueline has appeared and argued in Ontario Superior Courts in courthouses across the province.
Jacqueline Staley offre des services juridiques complets en français comme en anglais.
Five areas, one focus: resolving the disputes that affect your health, your income and your family.
After a serious injury, insurers move fast. You should too. We pursue compensation for lost income, medical and care costs, and pain and suffering from those responsible.
A denial letter isn’t the final word. We review your policy, the insurer’s reasons and the evidence, then challenge denials and low offers on property and personal coverage.
Termination packages, severance offers and changes to your job can all be negotiated. Get advice before you sign a release. We also review and draft employment contracts.
When a will or a power of attorney raises questions, emotions run high and deadlines still apply. We help beneficiaries and family members test what happened.
Whether you’re bringing a claim or defending one, we handle every stage of the court process.
Choosing a lawyer is choosing who stands next to you on one of the hardest days you’ll have. Here’s what you can expect.
Legal problems arrive at the worst time. Our job is to take the weight off: organise the facts, protect the deadlines, deal with the insurers and the other side, and keep you informed at every step.
“The law should work for the injured worker, the dismissed employee and the grieving family, not just for the insurer.”
Every situation is different. A short call is the fastest way to know where you stand.
519-991-1817Mon to Fri, 8 AM to 5 PM
General information, not legal advice. Contacting us does not create a lawyer-client relationship.
For most civil claims, the basic limitation period is two years from the day you knew, or ought to have known, about the claim. Some situations have much shorter notice periods, such as accident benefits after a car crash or injuries on municipal property. Call as early as you can so no deadline is missed.
Get medical care first. Report the collision to police where required, take photos, collect names and insurance details, and tell your own insurer within 7 days that you intend to apply for accident benefits. Keep every receipt and medical record, and speak to a lawyer before giving a detailed statement to the other driver’s insurer.
Not before getting advice. Many employees are entitled to more than the minimums in the Employment Standards Act, and signing a release usually ends your right to ask for more. Bring the termination letter and your employment contract to your consultation.
It’s when an employer makes a major change to your job without your agreement, such as cutting pay, demoting you or making the workplace intolerable, so it is treated as if you were fired. Timing matters, so get advice quickly.
Not necessarily. Denials can be challenged. We’ll review the policy wording, the reasons given and the evidence, and advise you on next steps, including the limitation periods that apply to insurance claims.
Possibly. Common grounds include lack of mental capacity, undue influence, improper signing and suspicious circumstances around how the will was made. Estate disputes have strict time limits, so speak to a lawyer early.
Most disputes settle before trial, often through negotiation or mediation. We prepare every file as if it may go to court, because that preparation is what leads to fair settlements.
It depends on the type of matter. Some personal injury cases in Ontario are handled on a contingency basis, where fees come from a share of what is recovered. We’ll explain the fee arrangement for your matter and set it out in writing before any work begins.
Yes. Jacqueline Staley provides full legal services in both English and French. Services complets offerts en français.
We serve clients across all of Ontario. Jacqueline has appeared in Ontario Superior Courts across the province.
Anything related to your issue: letters, emails, contracts, insurance policies, denial letters, medical records, photos, and a short timeline of what happened. Don’t worry if you don’t have everything yet.
Call, email or send the form. We’ll get back to you within one business day.
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Jacqueline Staley
Lawyer, Staley Law PC , English & French
Last updated October 22, 2026
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