Attorney (Estate Administration)

Australia-Employment; Brookfield (IL); On-site; USD 103,000 - 207,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Sick time

401K plan

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Attorney to support our estate administration practice on a consulting basis in Brookfield, IL. This on-site opportunity offers flexible structure (part-time or full-time) with remote options depending on experience.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Illinois attorney with probate/estate administration experience, capable of handling matters independently and communicating effectively with executors, beneficiaries, and courts.

Qualifications

• Licensed Illinois attorney
• Experience in estate administration / probate
• Ability to manage matters independently
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Manage estate administration matters from start to finish
• Prepare and file probate petitions, inventories, and accountings
• Communicate with executors, beneficiaries, and courts
• Coordinate asset collection and distribution; meet deadlines per Illinois probate procedures

Skills

Legal experience

Estate administration

Communication

Independent work

Job description

Attorney (Estate Administration)

$75 - $150 per hour | Brookfield, IL | On-Site | Consulting

Full Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Provided to Consultant!

A bit about us:

We are a well-established boutique law firm based in the western suburbs of Chicago, with a strong reputation in estate planning and estate administration. Our team is known for providing thoughtful, high-touch service to individuals and families navigating complex probate and trust matters.

Due to an increase in workload, we are seeking an experienced legal professional to support our estate administration practice on a consulting basis. This is an opportunity to work closely with a collaborative team on meaningful matters, without the long-term commitment of a full-time role.

Why join us?

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance - (Blue Cross)
• Sick time
• 401K plan

Job Details

We are looking for a Consulting Estate Administration Attorney to assist with probate and trust administration matters. The ideal candidate can step in with minimal ramp-up time and handle files with a high degree of independence.

Responsibilities

• Manage estate administration matters from start to finish
• Prepare and file probate petitions, inventories, and accountings
• Communicate with executors, beneficiaries, and courts
• Coordinate asset collection and distributionHandle deadlines and ensure compliance with Illinois probate procedures

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in Illinois
• Prior experience in estate administration / probate required
• Ability to manage matters independently
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Engagement Details:

• Flexible structure (part-time or full-time hours available)
• Project-based or ongoing engagement depending on fit
• Onsite, hybrid, or remote flexibility depending on experience level

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.