Junior Tax Attorney – Chicago

We Are Legal Revolution; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Structured professional development

Job summary

A boutique tax practice in Chicago is seeking a Junior Tax Attorney with 2-5 years of experience. This role offers deep mentorship and significant responsibility in estate planning, tax compliance, and advisory matters for high-net-worth clients. Candidates should have strong academic records and excellent drafting and analytical skills. The position features a base salary range of $175,000 – $235,000 per year, alongside full benefits and a hybrid work model after onboarding.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of tax experience in a law firm or top-tier accounting firm.
• Strong academic background and interest in private client work.
• Excellent drafting, research, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist partners with estate planning, trust administration, and complex tax structuring.
• Draft planning documents, research memoranda, and client advisory reports.
• Conduct substantive tax research across trusts, estates, and private client matters.
• Participate in client meetings and strategy discussions.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on family office and generational wealth planning.

Skills

Tax research

Drafting skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

J.D. degree and LL.M. in Taxation or CPA

Job description

Junior Tax Attorney – Chicago

A highly regarded boutique private client & tax practice in Chicago is seeking an ambitious Junior Tax Attorney (2–5 years) to join its growing team.

About the Opportunity

This role is ideal for someone who wants deep mentorship, sophisticated work, and a clear long‑term pathway in a top-tier estate planning and tax environment.

You’ll work closely with nationally recognised partners on estate planning, trust administration, tax compliance, and advisory matters for high‑net‑worth families and family offices. Expect hands‑on exposure, meaningful responsibility early on, and direct client interaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist partners with estate planning, trust administration, and complex tax structuring.
• Draft planning documents, research memoranda, and client advisory reports.
• Conduct substantive tax research across trusts, estates, and private client matters.
• Participate in client meetings and strategy discussions.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on family office and generational wealth planning.

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of tax experience (law firm or top‑tier accounting background).
• Strong academic record and interest in private client work.
• Excellent drafting, research, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• LL.M. in Taxation or CPA.
• Familiarity with CRUTs/CRATs, GRATs, ILITs, dynasty trusts.
• Experience with nonprofit/exempt organizations.
• Prior publications or speaking engagements.
• First 60–90 days: 100% in‑office (training + integration).
• After onboarding: Hybrid — 3 days in office, 2 days remote.
• Boutique setting (~16 attorneys) with high partner access and strong culture.

Base Pay Range

$175,000 – $235,000 per year.

Compensation

Full benefits + structured professional development in addition to the salary range.

If you’re building a long‑term career in private client tax and want mentorship at the highest level, this is an exceptional opportunity.

Seniority level: Associate | Employment type: Full‑time | Job function: Legal | Industries: Legal Services