Estate Planning Associate Attorney

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Colleen Gormley

About us

If you are a skilled Trust & Estates Attorney with a passion for helping clients navigate the complexities of estate planning and tax law, we would like to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to take your career to the next level within a supportive and dynamic legal team.

Responsibilities

• Drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other related estate planning documents.
• Gift and estate tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and families.
• Trust and estate administration.
• Business entity formation and maintenance of corporate governance.
• Real estate closings.
• Preparation of federal and Illinois estate tax returns and federal gift tax returns.
• Collaboration with clients, attorneys, and professionals.

Requirements

• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• An active license to practice law in the state of Illinois.
• A minimum of 2+ years of experience as a Trust & Estates Attorney, with a strong track record in estate planning, individual taxes, and trust, gift, and estate taxes.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A high level of integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to maintaining client confidentiality.
• The ability to work independently and manage a large caseload, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and meeting tight deadlines.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Excellent benefits package
• Collaborative, friendly environment
• Flexible work schedule
• Generous PTO

Pay

$130,000 - $200,000 per year