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Associate Lawyer – Commercial Litigation (Franchise & Business Disputes)

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Associate Lawyer – Commercial Litigation (Franchise & Business Disputes)

Posted December 4, 2025

Law Works is a specialized and small litigation boutique handling complex franchise and commercial litigation and arbitration in Ontario, BC, Alberta, and other provinces. We are a focused, rigorous, and collaborative team that prioritizes deep legal analysis, strategic development, and exceptional written advocacy.

If you are a sharp legal thinker who thrives on intellectual challenge and wants to develop expertise in a niche, high-value area of law, this is your opportunity.

The Role’s Value Proposition

  • Direct Mentorship: Work alongside Ben Hanuka, a recognized leader in franchise litigation, gaining unparalleled exposure to sophisticated files.
  • High-Caliber Focus: Conduct legal analysis, develop evidence, draft documents, and assist with the presentation of arguments in court or arbitration.
  • National Scope: Handle multi-jurisdictional disputes that will accelerate your professional growth.
  • Flexibility: Hybrid work model for GTA-based candidates, with regular in-office collaboration. (Full remote work considered for exceptional out-of-province candidates).

Mandatory Requirements

  1. Experience: Must have 2-5 years of post-call experience focused on Commercial Litigation, gained within a Canadian jurisdiction.
  2. License: Must be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) or another Canadian Provincial Law Society. Applications from non-Canadian jurisdictions or those without Canadian litigation experience will not be considered.
  3. Skills: Demonstrated superior ability in critical analysis and persuasive legal writing.
  4. Fit: Eagerness to develop deep expertise in franchise and commercial litigation and arbitration (prior franchise experience is not required).

Key Responsibilities

  • Drafting complex court materials, including pleadings, affidavits, motion materials and written arguments (factums).
  • Contributing to high-level case strategy and development.
  • Managing document discovery and e-discovery processes.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a sample of a legal submission (factum) drafted solely by you, to isabella@lawworks.ca.

Only candidates meeting the minimum Canadian experience
and licensing requirements will be contacted.