Senior Associate Estate Planning Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid CLE

Bar dues

Paid vacation

Holidays

Hybrid work flexibility

Career growth

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is assisting a Willowbrook, Illinois law firm in recruiting a Senior Associate Estate Planning Attorney. The role focuses on complex estate planning for high‑net‑worth individuals, families, and business owners, with opportunities for direct client responsibility and long‑term growth.

The candidate will design and draft estate plans, assist with related tax matters, and guide trustees and beneficiaries through estate administration while building enduring client relationships

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in Illinois.
• 5–10 years of estate planning experience for high‑net‑worth clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft sophisticated estate plans for high‑net‑worth clients.
• Prepare estate, gift, and fiduciary tax returns.
• Counsel trustees and beneficiaries through trust and estate administration.
• Build long‑term client relationships through outstanding service.

Skills

Strong drafting

Analytical thinking

Client relations

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

J.D.

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Associate Estate Planning Attorney in Willowbrook, Illinois. The role involves working with high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners on complex estate planning, wealth preservation, and related tax matters. The position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for direct client responsibility and long-term career growth.

Duties

• Design sophisticated estate plans for high-net-worth clients.
• Draft estate plans, business succession plans, and related documents.
• Prepare estate, gift, and fiduciary income tax returns.
• Counsel trustees and beneficiaries through trust and estate administration.
• Build long-term client relationships through exceptional service.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Illinois.
• 5-10 years of experience in estate planning for high-net-worth clients.
• Experience with trust and estate administration.
• Experience preparing estate, gift, and fiduciary tax returns.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage client matters independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to exceptional client service and technical expertise.

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage client matters independently.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Health insurance, 401(k), paid CLE, bar dues, paid vacation, and holidays.
• Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities.
• Opportunity for long-term professional growth and leadership.