Estate Planning Attorney

Orionplacement; Lisle (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking an estate planning attorney to join their well-established law firm in Lisle, IL. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to draft wills, trusts, and related documents, while working closely with clients and attorneys. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in estate planning, strong drafting skills, and exceptional client communication.

Enjoy a collegial environment, strong mentorship, and the chance to grow in a respected practice dedicated to quality and responsiveness. Key benefits include dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estate planning experience, including hands-on drafting experience.
• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Excellent communication and client service skills required.

Responsibilities

• Draft wills, trusts, and related estate planning documents.
• Advise clients on estate planning and wealth transfer matters.
• Manage client communication and a steady volume of work.

Skills

Estate planning experience

Drafting skills

Client communication

Attention to detail

WealthCounsel knowledge

Job description

Pay:

$140,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a well-established, growing estate planning practice with a strong pipeline of sophisticated client work
• Work directly with partners and clients on meaningful estate planning, trust, and wealth transfer matters
• Step into a role with real responsibility, client interaction, and long‑term growth potential
• Collaborate with corporate and tax attorneys on integrated planning for business owners and high-net-worth clients
• Be part of a responsive, entrepreneurial team that values quality work, ownership, and strong client relationships

Location

This is a hybrid role based in Lisle, IL, with the opportunity to work closely with a collaborative team while maintaining some flexibility.

Note

Candidates must have 3+ years of estate planning experience, including hands‑on drafting experience with wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related estate planning documents.

About Us

We are a well‑established law firm with a strong reputation for responsive, practical, and relationship‑driven legal service. Our attorneys work closely with business owners, families, and high‑net‑worth individuals to provide thoughtful planning and trusted counsel. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Draft wills, revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and related estate planning documents
• Advise clients on estate planning, wealth transfer, and trust administration matters
• Work with high‑net‑worth individuals, families, and business owners on personalized planning strategies
• Assist with trust administration, estate settlement, and related post‑death administration matters
• Coordinate with corporate and tax attorneys on integrated planning for business owners and complex client situations
• Manage deadlines, client communication, and a steady volume of sophisticated estate planning work
• Build trusted client relationships through responsiveness, attention to detail, and practical guidance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estate planning experience
• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail
• Experience with wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related estate planning documents
• Ability to manage multiple client matters efficiently and accurately
• Excellent communication, responsiveness, and client service skills
• Experience with WealthCounsel, WealthDocs, irrevocable trusts, or tax planning strategies is preferred

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Busy, respected estate planning practice with consistent client demand
• Strong partner access, mentorship, and meaningful client‑facing work
• Collegial, team‑oriented environment with a practical and entrepreneurial mindset
• Opportunity to grow with a firm that values responsiveness, ownership, and long‑term relationships
• Role can be tailored based on seniority, from 3+ years to more experienced estate planning attorneys

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance