Associate General Counsel-Litigation

Min 18 yrs required

Full-time

No

Executive Director of Litigation at KPMG:
- Experienced position with minimum 18 years of experience in well-regarded law firm(s) or in-house legal department
- JD or LLM from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the .
- Responsible for providing legal support and counsel on civil litigation, third-party subpoenas, and regulatory investigations
- Develops strategies to successfully defend litigation claims and investigations and collaborates with outside counsel and other members of the Office of General Counsel (OGC)
- Reports to and consults with the Vice Chair for Legal, Regulatory & Compliance/General Counsel and the Deputy General Counsel for Litigation
- Must have excellent analytical, writing, interpersonal, and communication skills, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Salary Range: $331,000 - $737,000

KPMG's Office of General Counsel (OGC) is currently seeking an Associate General Counsel to join our Litigation group as part of the Practice Protection Team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced legal professional to provide counsel on civil litigation, regulatory investigations, and other legal matters for KPMG and its professionals.

KPMG is known for being a great place to work, with a culture that encourages individual development, embraces diversity, and supports communities. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by various publications, including Fortune Magazine and Working Mother Magazine.

Responsibilities:
- Provide legal counsel on civil litigation, third-party subpoenas, and regulatory investigations
- Represent KPMG and its professionals in civil litigation proceedings and regulatory investigations
- Develop and implement strategies to successfully defend litigation claims and investigations
- Supervise and collaborate with outside counsel and other members of OGC to deliver high-quality legal representation
- Report to and consult with the Vice Chair for Legal, Regulatory & Compliance/General Counsel and the Deputy General Counsel for Litigation
- Assist in developing financial projections for supervised matters

Qualifications:
- Minimum 18 years of experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department
- JD or LLM from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the .
- Experience in defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations involving accounting firms, professional organizations, or financial institutions preferred
- Ability to manage multiple litigations, investigations, and projects simultaneously, with strategic thinking and a commitment to ethical standards
- Excellent analytical, writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Demonstrated collaboration skills and a client-service orientation

Salary Range: $331,000 - $737,000

Benefits:
- Comprehensive, competitive benefits package
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) plans
- Personal Time Off (PTO) per fiscal year, plus two firmwide breaks
- Mental health support
- Opportunities for career development and advancement

KPMG is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels of the organization. We are an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable laws.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis, and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for any roles they are qualified and interested in.

COVID-19 Policy:
- KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 to enter offices, client sites, or events, unless mandated by law
- Clients may require proof of vaccination or testing for entry to their sites or events.

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Comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, personal time off, and holidays.

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Strategic Thinking, Legal Counsel, Litigation Management, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Analysis, Project Management, Collaboration, Communication, Client Counseling, Oral Advocacy, Ethics, Integrity, Diversity and Inclusion.

JD or LLM from an accredited law school, licensed to practice law in the U.S.

Interested candidates should apply through the company's website or job portal.

Qualification and Experience JD or LLM from an accredited law school, licensed to practice law in the U.S., minimum of 18 years experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department, experience with complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations involving accounting firms or financial institutions.

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