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Strategic Defense for a Small Business in a Breach of Contract Case

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Issue:

The Plaintiff sued Jolanta’s client, a small business owner, alleging breach of contract and demanding damages. The Plaintiff planned to call 7–8 witnesses, aiming to build a case around one-sided claims without producing any expert reports. Actions Taken:

Settlement conference representation: JC Paralegal Services attended the virtual conference and actively participated in negotiations. Despite efforts, the case did not settle.

Strategic defence planning: Jolanta immediately began preparing for trial, with a clear plan to present three defence witnesses, focused on dismantling the Plaintiff’s version of events.

Evidence management: The Plaintiff was ordered to serve their document brief within 30 days. Jolanta secured additional time (30 days after receipt) to file the Defense’s document brief, aligning with Small Claims Court Rules 7.01 and 13.03(2).

Outcome (Ongoing):

Though the matter has not settled, the Defense is now fully prepared for trial. By keeping the scope narrow and focusing on factual accuracy, JC Paralegal Services is building a strong counter-narrative to dispute the Plaintiff’s inflated claims.

Impact:

The client feels supported and confident heading into trial, knowing their paralegal has taken full control of the process and evidence strategy.

Author

  • Headshot of Jolanta Chrzaszcz

    Jolanta is the founder of JC Paralegal and a licensed paralegal in Ontario. Before starting her practice, she spent more than seven years working alongside lawyers in top law firms, gaining extensive experience in litigation strategy, case management, and tribunal procedures.

    Her path into the legal field began with her own pursuit of justice, successfully self-litigating in Ontario’s Superior Court of Justice between 2011 and 2015. That journey inspired her mission: to help others navigate the legal system with the support and preparation she once needed.

    Jolanta holds a Bachelor’s degree, a Business Diploma, a Law Clerk Diploma, an Immigration Consultant Diploma, and a Paralegal Diploma. She is licensed by the Law Society of Ontario (P1) and is committed to providing accessible, effective legal advocacy for her clients.
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