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Simona Jellinek

Senior Counsel
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Bio.

Simona Jellinek leads the Sexual Abuse and Assault team as counsel. Simona has more than 25 years of representing survivors of childhood abuse as well as adult assaults. She has litigated against religious institutions, Childrens’ Aid Societies, all levels of government, Big Brothers, Scouts, school boards, and many other institutions where people are placed in harm's way. Simona has litigated hundreds of cases and has helped her clients achieve some of the highest settlements for sexual abuse cases in Canada.

Simona is one of Canada’s most experienced and successful lawyers in the complex and unique area of sexual abuse and assault litigation. Her experience in the area allows her to provide effective legal advice with knowledge and compassion. She has dedicated her life to helping survivors of sexual trauma in their journey towards healing.

Simona has also been instrumental in changing important pieces of legislation including the removal of the limitation period in sexual abuse and assault cases. As well, she also assisted the government in amending legislation to allow survivors who are on ODSP to remain on ODSP even after receiving compensation from a judgment or settlement. 

Simona’s expertise in the area has been recognized by her peers and she is listed in Best Lawyers and Lexpert. She has been honoured to receive the Distinguished Service Award by the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association and the Zenith Lexpert award. Simona is sought after by media outlets to provide insight and commentary on sexual abuse and assaults in Canada and abroad. As well, she has lectured at universities and presented papers on sexual violence litigation at Canadian and international conferences.

Simona was on the Executive Committee of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association’s Board of Directors for almost a decade. She also served on the Toronto Police Sexual Assault committee for many years. She co-drafted the Sexual Abuse Guidelines applicable to all Ontario lawyers by the Law Society of Ontario.

Expertise.

  • Historic Sexual Abuse
  • Institutional Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Abuse
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Education.

  • Bachelor of Arts, University of Toronto, 1991
  • Bachelor of Law, Osgoode Hall Law School, 1994

Professional Involvement.

  • Ontario Trial Lawyers Association
  • The Canadian Bar Association
  • American Association for Justice
  • Board of Directors, Ontario Trial Lawyers Association (2004-2007, 2009-2016, 2019)

Testimonials.

  • Sexual Assault Survivor

    Former Client - Sexual Assault Survivor

    "Simona: My thanks for affirming that the principles of integrity are still very much alive."
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  • Robert B. Munroe, Ross & McBride LLP, OTLA Past President

    Robert B. Munroe, Ross & McBride LLP, OTLA Past President

    "In my opinion, Simona is one of Ontario's leading lawyers in helping sexual assault survivors obtain proper compensation."
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Blog & News.

  • Blog
    May 20, 2025

    Are the Proposed Changes to the Rules of Civil Procedure Trauma-Informed?

    When someone is harmed-whether by an act of violence, a catastrophic car crash, or an accident caused by someone else's negligence-the civil justice system should offer them more than just a path to c...
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  • Blog
    May 06, 2025

    What’s in a Pseudonym? Confidentiality in Sexual Assault Cases

    If a rose by any other name still smells as sweet, should it matter to the courts if a plaintiff uses a pseudonym in proceedings?In this blog post, I explain why and how pseudonyms are used in sexual ...
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  • Firm News
    March 28, 2025

    Experience the Gluckstein Lawyers Difference

    At Gluckstein Lawyers, we have proudly served the people of Ontario for over 60 years, dedicating ourselves to providing exceptional legal representation to those who have been seriously injured. Our ...
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  • Firm News
    March 11, 2025

    Gluckstein Lawyers Featured in 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory

    We are thrilled to announce that nine of our esteemed Gluckstein Lawyers have been recognized as Leading Legal Practitioners across Canada in the 2025 Canadian Lexpert Directory. This year, we are esp...
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  • In the Media
    March 07, 2025

    Five Gluckstein Lawyers Share Insights on Law School Admissions, Career Path, and AI's Impact In Interview With Juris Education

    Recently, five members of our Gluckstein Lawyers team participated in an interview with Juris Education. Simona Jellinek, Jordan Assaraf, Jan Marin, Emma Partridge, and Charles Gluckstein answered a s...
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  • Blog
    January 24, 2025

    Former Catholic Priest Eric Dejaeger Pleads Guilty to Sexually Assaulting Nunavut Children

    The case of Eric Dejaeger highlights the long-lasting damage caused by those in positions of trust who exploit their authority to harm the most vulnerable. His guilty plea to additional charges of chi...
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Events.

  • CPD-ACCREDITED 18th Annual Compassion Fatigue Conference: Ready to Re-think?
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    May 15, 2025 Past

    CPD-ACCREDITED 18th Annual Compassion Fatigue Conference: Ready to Re-think?

    Join us for an enlightening and restorative experience at our 18th Annual Compassion Fatigue Conference: Ready to Re-think? This CPD-Accredited event is taking place in hybrid format on May 15, 2025, ...
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  • Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse Conference 2024: Ripple Effects Across Communities
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    November 26, 2024 Past

    Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse Conference 2024: Ripple Effects Across Communities

    As a survivor of sexual abuse, it can be challenging to find a supportive and understanding community. We hope you can join us for our Annual Supporting Survivors Conference, themed "Ripple Effects A...
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  • Understanding Your Legal Options as a Sexual Abuse Survivor
    Online Event
    May 09, 2024 Past

    Understanding Your Legal Options as a Sexual Abuse Survivor

    If you've experienced sexual abuse, we're here to help. We will discuss legal options for individuals who have experienced abuse in: Children's Aid, Foster and/or Adoptive HomesSchool C...
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Guides & Papers.

  • Guide

    A Guide for Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors

    • Simona Jellinek
    • Erin Ellis
    • Linda O’Brien
    • Ivanna Iwasykiw
    Anyone can be sexually assaulted. Girls, boys, women and men can all be the victims of sexual predators. Often the very people you’re supposed to trust are the perpetrators of these horrible crim...
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  • Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse 2024 Conference Recording: Ripple Effects Across Communities

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  • Woman suing former SickKids doctor for sexual assault finds history of allegations

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  • Episode 070: Sexual Assault in Sports with Simona Jellinek

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