Estate Planning Attorney — Draft Wills, Trusts & Probate

Jobot; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Northbrook, IL is seeking a full-time or part-time Estate Planning Attorney to draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related documents, and to assist with probate and estate administration.

The ideal candidate has a JD, IL bar license, and at least two years in estate planning with strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently while maintaining client confidentiality and providing clear guidance to clients.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in IL.
• Minimum 2 years of estate planning and administration experience.
• Experience drafting and reviewing estate planning documents.
• Probate experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Draft estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related documents.
• Assist with probate and estate administration matters.
• Handle client communications as needed.
• Make occasional court appearances when required.
• Collaborate with accountants, financial advisors, and insurance agents to ensure a comprehensive estate plan.
• Stay up-to-date with current laws related to estate planning and administration; ensure client confidentiality.

Skills

Estate planning expertise

Client communication

Independent worker

Analytical skills

Ethics & confidentiality

Education

Juris Doctor

IL Bar admission

Tools

Legal research tools

Document drafting software

Job description

Jobot in Northbrook, IL is seeking a full-time or part-time Estate Planning Attorney to draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related documents, and to assist with probate and estate administration.

The ideal candidate has a JD, IL bar license, and at least two years in estate planning with strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently while maintaining client confidentiality and providing clear guidance to clients.