High-Net-Worth Estate Planning Attorney

Jobot; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Schedule

Medical, dental, vision benefits

PTO + company holidays

Accelerated Career Growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a highly skilled Estate Planning Attorney to join our firm in a permanent, full-time role. The candidate will handle high-net-worth estate planning, trusts, and wills, drafting essential documents and advising on wealth transfer and tax implications.

A JD and bar admission are required, with at least 5 years of relevant experience. The role offers a competitive compensation package, a hybrid work schedule, comprehensive benefits, PTO plus holidays, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in good standing.
• 5+ years of estate planning experience.
• Extensive knowledge of trust and estate law, including taxes.
• Experience drafting estate planning documents and advising on wealth transfer.
• Strong negotiation, communication and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal advice on estate planning, trusts and wills.
• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney and health care directives.
• Advise on wealth transfer strategies and tax implications.
• Meet with clients to gather information and explain options.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on trust and estate law changes.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Client management

Education

Juris Doctorate

Bar admission in good standing

Job description

Salary: $150,000 - $250,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are searching for a highly skilled and experienced Estate Planning Attorney to join our prestigious legal firm. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic individual with a deep understanding of high-net-worth estate planning and an unwavering commitment to client service. This is a permanent, full-time position that offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment with a team of dedicated professionals.

Why join us?

• Competitive compensation package
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Complete benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• PTO + Company paid holidays
• Accelerated Career Growth

Job Details

• Providing comprehensive legal advice to clients on matters related to estate planning, trusts, and wills.
• Drafting various estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives.
• Assisting clients with wealth transfer strategies and advising on tax implications.
• Meeting with clients to gather information, explain legal options, and answer questions.
• Conducting legal research and staying updated on changes in trust and estate law.

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in estate planning or a related field.
• Extensive knowledge of trust and estate law, including tax-related matters.
• Proven experience drafting and implementing estate planning documents.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and client management skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to develop innovative legal strategies.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion.

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