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
- Experience: Must have 2-5 years of post-call experience focused on Commercial Litigation, gained within a Canadian jurisdiction.
- 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.
- Skills: Demonstrated superior ability in critical analysis and persuasive legal writing.
- 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.
