Estate Planning Attorney

Gierach Law Firm; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Medical Plan

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

A law firm in Illinois is seeking an experienced Estate Planning Attorney to join their Naperville office. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in estate planning and probate law, be Bar admitted in Illinois, and ideally bring a portable book of business. Responsibilities include drafting estate planning documents and advising clients on tax implications. This position offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience along with a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in estate planning and probate law.
• Bar admitted and able to practice law in the State of Illinois.
• A portable book of business or trusted client base preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and finalize estate planning documents including wills and trusts.
• Advise clients on tax implications and legal considerations.
• Assist clients with probate and trust administration processes.
• Handle diverse client needs.
• Stay updated on estate planning laws and regulations.

Skills

Empathetic communication

Attention to detail

Client needs anticipation

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Illinois Bar Admission

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Smokeball

Job description

The Gierach Law Firm is looking to add an Estate Planning Attorney to our growing Naperville office. The ideal candidate will be empathetic, communicative, and highly detailed in their work and will play a crucial role in helping clients secure their legacies and ensure their wishes are honored.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and finalize estate planning documents. To include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives.
• Advise clients on tax implications, strategies for asset protection, and other legal considerations related to estate planning.
• Assist clients with probate and trust administration processes.
• Handle a diverse caseload and be available for any client needs.
• Stay up to date on changes in federal and state estate planning laws and regulations to provide timely and effective counsel.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Maintaining exceptional professionalism and confidentiality in all communications.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate client needs.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with legal practice management software such as Smokeball.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in estate planning and probate law.
• A portable book of business or trusted client base preferred.
• Bar admitted and able to practice law in the State of Illinois.

Pay and Benefits:

• Compensation is commensurate with experience
• Employee Medical Plan
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance

To Apply:

Please submit cover letter along with your resume and send to [e-mail]. Please, no direct inquiries or agency submissions.