Commercial & Estate Litigation Clerk

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.

At KPMG Law, our Private Client Service lawyers take a multidisciplinary approach to helping private clients manage and transfer their wealth. We are looking for a motivated and experienced Clerk to join our Commercial and Estate Litigation team and make a meaningful impact.  As part of KPMG Private Enterprise and Family Office practices, you will support clients with a holistic view of their challenges and opportunities. You will join a collaborative and supportive environment where your professional growth is a priority. Our team values innovation, continuous learning and practical solutions to complex legal issues.

Through our affiliation with KPMG International, you will gain access to global insights and tax knowledge in over 145 jurisdictions, along with extensive resources and opportunities for career advancement

We are seeking a full-time 18-month contract Commercial and Estate Litigation Law Clerk to join our Commercial and Estate Litigation team in our Toronto office. The successful candidate will be assisting in handling litigation matters related to Wills, Estates and Trusts, and Civil and Commercial Litigation.

• Organizing and maintaining documents and productions on NetDocuments
• Preparing and filing documents with the Court, managing Court schedules
• Assembling Affidavits and Briefs, including Motion Records, Application Records and Appeal Books etc.
• Drafting and preparing simple legal documents including Pleadings, simple Affidavits, Affidavit of Documents, Notices,
• Confirmation Forms and correspondences
• Assisting with trial preparation, Trial Briefs and organizing exhibits
• Preparing Applications for probate
• Reviewing and coding documents within eDiscovery platform - Relativity

• In-office requirement: this is a hybrid role (in-office and work from home), however client and related deadlines take priority. The successful candidate will be required to be in the office on a weekly basis, and on an ad hoc basis for file assistance and support, with the option to work from home on days where appropriate.
• Must hold law Clerk certificate or paralegal license.
• Minimum of 4 years experience as a Law Clerk in Commercial and Estate litigation is required
• Sound knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure
• Strong understanding of litigation steps
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and CaseLines/CaseCenter
• Knowledge of Estatably, eDiscovery, Relativity, DocuSign and NetDocuments would be an asset
• Ability to adhere to and manage the demands associated with strict Court deadlines
• Comprehensive knowledge of court procedures and steps in Estate and Commercial Litigation, with the ability to independently manage files from start to finish
• Strong organizational skills and attention to details
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure, deal with changing priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Capacity to work independently as well as in a team environment

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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

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. 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.