Careers at Law Works

The Firm
Law Works is a specialized litigation boutique handling franchise and commercial disputes and arbitrations across multiple provinces. We operate a commercial litigation practice that requires high standards of procedural experience and digital evidence management.

The Role
This is a senior position for a clerk who will take primary responsibility for the procedural and evidentiary management of our files. You will work directly with the principal and associates to ensure all litigation steps are carried out properly and that digital evidence is managed effectively throughout the litigation lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Procedural Management: Navigate and apply the Rules of Court in Ontario, BC, and Alberta. Handle complex filings and maintain the procedural schedule for all active files.
• E-Discovery & Evidence Management: Manage the identification, collection, and organization of electronic evidence. This includes overseeing the production process, managing document metadata, and preparing electronic briefs for motions/applications, trials, arbitrations and appeals.
• Document Drafting: Draft pleadings, documents lists, and bills of costs with minimal supervision.
• Timetable Oversight: Monitor and ensure strict compliance with all court and internal deadlines.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of experience as a Litigation Clerk. Previous experience in commercial or franchise litigation is preferred.
• E-Discovery Competence: Practical experience with the e-discovery lifecycle. You should be comfortable managing data from collection through to production.
• Procedural Mastery: Strong mastery of the Ontario Court Rules. Proven ability to quickly learn and apply the rules of other Canadian jurisdictions is essential.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Professional and Microsoft Word (including advanced formatting). Experience with litigation support software is an asset.
• Attention to Detail: A disciplined approach to document indexing, file organization, and proofreading.
• Credentials: Law Clerk diploma or ILCO certification.

Position Details

• Flexibility: Available full-time or part-time.
• Work Model: Hybrid work model for GTA-based candidates.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with digital evidence management and multi-jurisdictional filings to isabella@lawworks.ca.

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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.