Senior Associate Attorney needed for Northbrook office

Job Title: Senior Estate Planning Attorney

Job Overview: A reputable law firm based in Northbrook, IL, is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Estate Planning Attorney. This role requires a dedicated professional with strong expertise in estate planning, trust administration, and probate law. The attorney will handle a broad range of estate planning matters, working closely with high-net-worth clients to ensure their wealth transfer objectives are met while navigating complex legal and tax-related issues.

Duties:

• Provide strategic legal advice on estate planning, wealth preservation, and tax minimization.
• Draft comprehensive estate planning documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
• Manage estate and trust administration processes, including probate and estate tax return preparation.
• Review client assets and financial portfolios to develop personalized estate plans.
• Collaborate with financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals to ensure seamless execution of estate plans.
• Represent clients in contested and uncontested probate matters as needed.
• Stay up-to-date with federal and state tax laws, estate planning trends, and regulations.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and support staff.
• Foster client relationships and provide ongoing legal counsel throughout the estate planning process.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar membership in the state of practice.
• 5-7 years of experience in estate planning, probate, and trust administration.
• Expertise in wealth transfer strategies, estate tax, gift tax, and related legal areas.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of tax law related to estate planning (CPA or LLM in Taxation preferred).

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited institution.

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership is required.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent client relationship and communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in legal document drafting.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Proficiency in estate and trust law, and related tax regulations.

Job Location:

• Northbrook, IL

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Opportunities for career advancement, partnership, and leadership roles within the firm.
• Flexible summer office hours.