Paralegal, Tax Litigation & Dispute Resolution

KPMG • Montreal, QC

65d

About The Position

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.
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, our 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. Our team is involved at every stage of the tax dispute process, from pre-litigation to litigation before provincial and federal courts and tribunals.
As a vital member of our Tax Litigation & Dispute Resolution team, you will actively participate in all stages of the dispute process. Collaborating closely with partners, associates, paralegals, and administrative support, you will play a key role in assisting our clients throughout their dispute resolution journey.
This position is ideal for a highly motivated and experienced professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and has a strong sense of initiative. The successful candidate will proactively anticipate and identify next steps while confidently taking ownership of executing and managing them. They will be comfortable speaking up, suggesting improvements, and driving tasks and projects forward to ensure they remain organized and successfully completed.

Requirements

• Paralegal degree/diploma, law clerk diploma, or equivalent qualification with law clerk or 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
• Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills for proactively managing competing deadlines and tasks
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and an ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with discretion
• Self-motivation, autonomy, and initiative with a proven track record of effectively driving work forward independently
• Ability to collaborate well as part of a team
• Professional and client-focused demeanor, with a commitment to achieving high standards
• Interest in e-Discovery and technology advancements within the legal field
• Fluency in English is essential for this position, in order to draft bilingual job descriptions, assess candidates' oral and written English skills, and communicate and collaborate with stakeholders outside Quebec. The role requires national recruitment support.

Nice To Haves

• 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)

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 as required
• Manage the preparation and filing of 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 as needed
• Attend and provide support at discoveries, hearings, and client meetings, as required
• Communicate with clients, the CRA, courts, and related parties, maintaining a high level of professionalism and a client-focused approach
• Oversee and optimize e-Discovery processes, including managing workspaces, document production, objective coding, document review, and workflow development, while actively monitoring and adapting to changes and trends in e-Discovery tools, practices, and related industry advancements
• Handle file and case management tasks, including organizing materials, tracking deadlines, and proactively identifying next steps to move matters forward effectively
• Contribute to the refinement of best practices for the paralegal/law clerk role, including offering input on process improvements, staying informed on updates to Court Rules, Acts, and related legislative or procedural changes, and integrating these updates into workflows to ensure compliance and operation efficiency

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees