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About the Role

KPMG Law LLP is seeking a professional to join their Tax Litigation & Dispute Resolution team. This role involves actively participating in all stages of the dispute process, collaborating with colleagues, and assisting clients throughout their journey. The ideal candidate is motivated, thrives in a dynamic environment, and takes initiative to drive tasks and projects forward.

Responsibilities

• Draft responses to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), assist with and prepare supporting documentation
• Prepare correspondence and draft legal documents such as lists of documents, affidavits, undertakings charts, transcript summaries, and other documentation
• Prepare and file court-related materials, including Books of Documents, Books of Authorities, and motion materials
• Coordinate and assist with preparation for meetings, discoveries, trials, and other related tasks
• Attend and provide support at discoveries, hearings, and client meetings
• Communicate with clients, the Canada Revenue Agency (or other tax authorities), courts, and related parties, maintaining professionalism and a client-focused approach
• Perform e-Discovery tasks, including maintaining workspaces, assisting with document review and production, objective coding, and workflow development
• Handle file and case management tasks, including organizing materials, tracking deadlines, and proactively identifying next steps
• Contribute to the refinement of best practices for the paralegal/law clerk role, including offering input on process improvements and staying informed on updates to Court Rules, Acts, and related legislative or procedural changes

Requirements

• Paralegal degree/diploma, law clerk diploma, or equivalent qualification with law clerk or paralegal experience
• A minimum of 3 years of Law Clerk/Paralegal experience
• Experience in litigation (tax disputes is considered an asset)
• Basic understanding of various Court Rules, Guidelines, Practice Directions (the Tax Court of Canada Rules and Federal Courts Rules is considered an asset)
• Exposure to motions, discoveries, and trial preparation
• Familiarity with document review processes and assisting with affidavits of documents
• Working knowledge of e-Discovery platforms such as Relativity, Ringtail/Nuix, or similar tools

Skills

• Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with discretion
• Self-motivation, autonomy, and initiative
• Proven track record of effectively driving work forward independently
• Ability to collaborate well as part of a team
• Professional and client-focused demeanor
• Commitment to achieving high standards
• Interest in e-Discovery and technology advancements within the legal field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Location

• Canada

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 3+ years of experience

Education Level

• Paralegal degree/diploma
• Law clerk diploma
• Equivalent qualification

Salary/Compensations

• $65,000 to $85,000

Benefits

• May be eligible for bonus awards
• Comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program

About the Company

• KPMG in Canada's people bring unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges.
• KPMG Law LLP is a national law firm affiliated with the professional services firm of KPMG LLP, with offices in major markets across Canada.
• As an integrated, multidisciplinary firm, lawyers work closely with accountants and other professionals on complex client engagements across a broad range of legal and tax‑related practice areas.
• KPMG Law’s Tax Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice assists companies and individuals in achieving timely and fair resolutions in various tax disputes.
• The team is involved at every stage of the tax dispute process, from pre-litigation to litigation before provincial and federal courts and tribunals.
• Our Values: Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, For Better.
• We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes.
• We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it.

Equal Opportunity

• KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential.
• A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work.
• We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.
• Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process are available.
• We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best.
• Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.
• You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process.
• If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.