Anthony Pugh
JD, LLM | Toronto
Anthony Pugh is an Associate at Law Works (Ontario), practising in corporate, commercial, and franchise law, with a focus on dispute resolution.
He originally joined Law Works in January 2018 as a Student-at-Law and was called to the Ontario Bar in October 2018.
2014
JD, University of British Columbia, Peter A. Allard School of Law
2018
Joined Law Works as a Student-at-Law
2018
Called to the Ontario Bar
2024
LLM, University of Pennsylvania
Anthony's story
Litigation experience
Anthony has played an important role in our firm’s most complex franchise and commercial disputes in recent years. He has gained broad experience in litigation, including representing clients in motions and pre-trials, conducting examinations for discovery, and negotiating on behalf of clients. His recent work includes representing a franchisor in a four-day trial in a franchise disclosure-related case.
Approach and education
With a keen legal mind and strong analytical skills, Anthony excels in distilling complex legal issues and developing strategic litigation approaches. He obtained his J.D. from the University of British Columbia’s Peter A. Allard School of Law and his LL.M. from the University of Pennsylvania. He plans to write the Pennsylvania Bar exam in summer 2025.
Outside the office
Outside of his legal practice, Anthony enjoys spending time with his young daughter and playing the cello.
In our clients’ words
I can without hesitation recommend Ben and associates as: ethical, diligent, client focus, direct, and forthcoming to a fault. They allow the client to be aware of their options with realism: no sugar coating. Five stars in my book.
I have worked with many businesses, including law firms, and Law Works was one of those that offered exceptional service in a very efficient manner at all times. I have always been extremely satisfied with the work that has been completed and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone.
I have been relying on Mr. Hanuka’s legal expertise for over 10 years for my corporate, professional and personal matters in Ontario. His attention to detail and knowledge of Ontario and Canadian laws are vast. His concept and execution of the law is clear, concise, and efficient, especially in areas of litigation.
Ben Hanuka and his team are professional and knowledgeable in franchise law. He has been instrumental in winning my case all the way to the Supreme Court of Canada.
Recent articles
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- Franchisee
- Franchisor
- Lawyer
Ontario court orders Tokyo Smoke to produce franchise documents in rescission claim
By: Anthony Pugh, Law Works Editor: Ben Hanuka, Law Works In Tripsetter Inc. v. 2161907 Alberta Ltd., a decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice released on...
- Commercial/Real Estate
- Lawyer
Ontario Court of Appeal confirms no claim by innocent buyer to rise in property value after failed transaction
By: Anthony Pugh, Law Works Editor: Ben Hanuka, Law Works In Akelius Canada Ltd. v. 2436196 Ontario Inc., a March 30, 2022, decision of the Court of Appeal...
- Commercial/Real Estate
- Franchisor
- Lawyer
Ontario Court of Appeal upholds $1 million judgment against landlord for oral misrepresentations about customer parking
By: Anthony Pugh, Law Works Editor: Ben Hanuka, Law Works In Spot Coffee Park Place Inc. v. Concord Adex Investments Limited, a January 12, 2023, decision of the...
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