Estate Planning Attorney

Edwards Group LLC; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

SIMPLE IRA match

PTO

Illinois Bar dues

CLE reimbursement

Professional association memberships

Growth account

Fitness membership

Sam's Club membership

Professional development funding

Cell phone reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Hybrid work

Job summary

Edwards Group LLC in Central Illinois seeks an Estate Planning Attorney to meet with clients, develop thoughtful estate plans, and guide probate-related matters with professionalism and compassion. The role involves drafting documents and collaborating across teams to support growth and exceptional client experiences.

The position is full-time and hybrid, with a pathway to contribute to firm-wide processes and professional development in a faith-based environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Active Illinois Attorney license.
• Ability to practice law in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Meet with prospective and existing clients to understand goals and develop thoughtful estate planning strategies.
• Draft and review estate planning documents to ensure accuracy and alignment with client objectives.
• Collaborate with attorneys, financial advisors, fulfillment teams, and support staff to improve processes and client experiences.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

At Edwards Group LLC, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds: meaningful work that changes lives and a supportive culture that invests in your success. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary of $115,000 - $150,000 plus bonus opportunities, including performance and profitability bonus eligibility after six months.

• 100% employer-paid employee health insurance
• SIMPLE IRA match
• PTO
• employer-paid Illinois Bar dues
• CLE reimbursement
• approved professional association memberships
• a $750 annual professional growth account
• fitness membership
• Sam's Club membership
• professional development funding
• a $75 monthly cell phone reimbursement
• mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate
• hybrid work environment

WHAT WE'RE ALL ABOUT

At Edwards Group LLC, we're more than a financial and estate planning firm, we're a faith-based team driven by purpose, innovation, and a passion for helping families navigate life's most important decisions. We start by listening, taking the time to understand each client's unique goals and concerns so we can provide personalized guidance with compassion and clarity. Our team simplifies complex planning concepts, empowering clients to protect their legacy and move forward with confidence. What truly sets us apart is our supportive, collaborative, and fun-loving culture, where people come first and growth is encouraged. If you're looking for meaningful work, opportunities to develop professionally, and a team that genuinely cares about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR IN AN ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEY

Preferred candidates will have experience in Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Elder Law or Elder Care Planning, collaborating with financial advisors and other professional partners, presenting educational workshops or seminars, and developing or implementing firm-wide business processes. Does that sound like you? If so, and you meet the following criteria, we want you as our Estate Planning Attorney!

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
• Active Illinois Attorney license
• Ability to practice law in Illinois

DAY-TO-DAY

In this dynamic Estate Planning Attorney role, you'll spend your days meeting with prospective and existing clients to understand their goals and develop thoughtful estate planning strategies designed to protect what matters most. You'll guide families through estate administration and probate-related matters with professionalism and compassion, helping them navigate complex decisions during significant life transitions. Working closely with attorneys, financial advisors, fulfillment teams, and support staff, you'll oversee the drafting and review of estate planning documents to ensure accuracy and alignment with client objectives. Beyond client work, you'll have the opportunity to influence the firm's future by helping develop, implement, and improve organizational processes that support continued growth and exceptional client experiences across Central Illinois.

A SCHEDULE THAT SUPPORTS BALANCE

This is a full-time hybrid position serving clients through Edwards Group office locations and partner Financial Advisor locations throughout Central Illinois. You'll typically work approximately 40 hours per week during normal business hours, with most workdays concluding by 5:00 PM. Occasional evening or weekend availability may be needed to accommodate client needs and business demands.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR LEGAL CAREER

If you're looking for an opportunity to combine estate planning expertise, relationship-building, leadership, and professional growth in a faith-based environment, this could be the perfect fit. Join a team that's committed to helping families, supporting employees, and creating lasting impact.

Must have the ability to pass a background check.