Associate General Counsel-Litigation

Min 18 yrs required

Full-time

No

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H1: Join KPMG's Office of General Counsel as Associate General Counsel - Litigation

H2: Defend Litigation Claims and Regulatory Investigations as Associate General Counsel - Litigation at KPMG

Bold Headlines:

- Experienced Associate General Counsel needed at KPMG's Office of General Counsel
- Join a top-ranked company known for its inclusive culture and commitment to employee development
- Provide legal support in civil litigation, regulatory investigations, and government inquiries
- Work collaboratively with outside counsel and internal teams to achieve successful and cost-effective resolutions
- Report to and consult with Vice Chair and Deputy General Counsel on litigation and regulatory matters
- Minimum of 18 years' experience in law firm or in-house legal department required
- JD or LLM from accredited law school and active license to practice law in the US
- Experience with SEC, PCAOB, or similar regulatory agencies a plus
- Strong strategic thinking, ethical standards, and communication skills essential
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion highly valued at KPMG

Salary Information:

- Salary ranges comply with all local/state regulations and are location-specific
- Actual salary offer is based on factors such as skills, experience, and market considerations
- Comprehensive benefits package offered, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Personal Time Off provided annually, with firmwide breaks around year-end and July 4th holiday
- Visit KPMG US Careers site for more details on benefits and company culture

Experience Information:

- Minimum of 18 years' experience in law firm or in-house legal department required
- Experience with defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations preferred
- Experience with accounting firms, professional organizations, or financial institutions a plus

Company Information:

- KPMG LLP is the US member firm of KPMG International, a leading global professional services firm
- Known for being a top-ranked company to work for by Fortune Magazine and others
- Commitment to individual development, inclusive environment, and community support
- Offers audit, tax, and advisory services for organizations in various industries
- Strong culture of innovation and excellence

Department Information:

- Office of General Counsel (OGC) at KPMG provides legal support and guidance for the firm
- Practice Protection Team within the Litigation group seeks an Associate General Counsel to join their team
- Responsible for defending litigation claims and regulatory investigations for the firm and its professionals
- Reports to Vice Chair for Legal, Regulatory & Compliance/General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel for Litigation

Overall Summary:

KPMG, a top-ranked global professional services firm, is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel to join their Office of General Counsel (OGC) as part of the Litigation group's Practice Protection Team. This individual will be responsible for providing legal support in civil litigation, regulatory investigations, and government inquiries, as well as defending the firm and its professionals in these proceedings. The role also involves collaborating with outside counsel and internal teams to achieve successful and cost-effective resolutions, as well as reporting to and consulting with senior leaders on litigation and regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 18 years' experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department, and be licensed to practice law in the US. Experience with defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations, particularly those involving accounting firms, professional organizations, or financial institutions, is preferred. KPMG offers a comprehensive benefits package and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, personal well-being benefits

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Legal counsel, civil litigation, regulatory investigations, financial projections, strategic thinking, analytical, writing, interpersonal, communication, client counseling, oral advocacy, collaboration, diversity, equity, inclusion, negotiation

JD or LLM from an accredited law school

Interested candidates should apply expeditiously through the KPMG US Careers site.

Qualification and Experience JD or LLM from an accredited law school, licensed to practice law in the U.S., minimum 18 years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department

Legal