Mid to Senior Level Trusts amp Estates Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm is seeking experienced mid- to senior-level Trusts & Estates Associate Attorneys to join its national Private Client Services Group. This opportunity involves sophisticated estate and tax planning, family office structuring, and trust administration for high-net-worth individuals and families. Ideal candidates will have a strong transactional background in estate planning and a commitment to delivering strategic, client-centered solutions. Join a collaborative team where your expertise will contribute to impactful client relationships and innovative planning strategies.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Personal medical and parental leave

Up to ten paid holidays annually

Family care support benefits

Qualifications

• 2 to 8 years of relevant transactional experience in trust and estate planning.
• Proven experience advising high-net-worth individuals and families.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax matters.
• Develop and implement sophisticated estate plans and family office structures.

Skills

Deep knowledge of federal and state estate and gift tax laws

Proficiency in drafting and implementing complex planning instruments

Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail

Effective client communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

LL.M. in Taxation

Job description

Mid to Senior Level Trusts amp Estates Associate Attorney

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
1-15 yrs required

Location
Chicago, IL, United States

Posted on
May 06, 2025

Valid Through
Jun 05, 2025

Profile

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is seeking experienced mid- to senior-level Trusts & Estates Associate Attorneys to join its national Private Client Services Group across several office locations. The role involves sophisticated estate and tax planning, family office structuring, and trust administration for high-net-worth individuals and families. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys with a strong transactional background in estate planning and a commitment to delivering strategic, client-centered solutions.

Location:

Chicago, IL

Duties:

Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax matters

Develop and implement sophisticated estate plans and family office structures

Administer, decant, and modify complex trusts

Provide planning strategies involving business interests, art, and other special assets

Draft estate planning documents and related transactional materials

Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups and jurisdictions

Requirements:

2 to 8 years of relevant transactional experience in trust and estate planning

Proven experience advising high-net-worth individuals and families

Strong academic background

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

LL.M. in Taxation preferred but not required

Certifications:

Admission to the bar in the relevant state(s) where the position is based

Skills:

Deep knowledge of federal and state estate and gift tax laws

Proficiency in drafting and implementing complex planning instruments

Ability to manage multiple client relationships and matters efficiently

Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail

Effective client communication and interpersonal skills

Annual discretionary bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Personal medical and parental leave

Up to ten paid holidays annually

Family care support benefits

Hybrid work flexibility

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : [phone]
Fax : [phone]