Trust and Estates Attorney

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Flexible PTO

Partner track

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Permanent Trust and Estates Attorney in Chicago to manage sophisticated estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters. The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience and the ability to translate complex personal and financial issues into practical strategies.

You will work with clients, fiduciaries, and wealth professionals to deliver integrated planning solutions, maintain confidentiality, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
• 5+ years of experience practicing trusts and estates law.
• Proven ability to draft precise legal documents and provide practical advice on complex personal and financial matters.
• Strong knowledge of estate planning strategies, probate procedures, fiduciary obligations, and applicable tax principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement estate plans tailored to clients’ circumstances and objectives.
• Draft, review, and revise wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, charitable trusts, powers of attorney, and related documents.
• Guide executors, trustees, and beneficiaries through probate and trust administration.
• Advise fiduciaries on duties, distributions, accountings, and risk management.
• Coordinate with financial advisors and wealth management teams to deliver integrated planning.

Skills

Estate planning

Trust administration

Probate

Wills drafting

Client communication

Research and analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Active bar membership in good standing

Job description

Trust and Estates Attorney

$140000 - $200000 per year | Chicago, IL | On-site | Permanent

Leading Chicago Law Firm

A bit about us:

We are a full-service law firm based in Chicago with a sophisticated client base that seeks our bespoke and customized counsel tailored to their needs. Our attorneys pride themselves on their excellent service and really enjoy their work.

Why join us?

• Medical , Dental, and Vision
• 401k
• Flexible PTO
• Partner Track

Job Details

Build a lasting impact by helping clients protect their wealth, support charitable causes, and secure their families’ futures. We are seeking a Permanent Trust and Estates Attorney with 5+ years of relevant experience to handle sophisticated estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters.

This role offers the opportunity to serve as a trusted advisor to individuals, families, fiduciaries, and charitable organizations. You will translate complex legal and financial issues into practical strategies while collaborating with wealth management professionals and other advisors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement estate plans tailored to clients’ family circumstances, financial objectives, and philanthropic goals.
• Draft, review, and revise wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, charitable trusts, powers of attorney, and related estate planning documents.
• Guide executors, trustees, and beneficiaries through estate settlement, probate proceedings, and trust administration.
• Advise fiduciaries on their duties, distributions, accountings, compliance obligations, and risk management.
• Structure charitable giving arrangements that align philanthropic intentions with estate and wealth preservation objectives.
• Coordinate with financial advisors, accountants, and wealth management teams to deliver integrated planning solutions.
• Identify and address estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax considerations, collaborating with tax specialists as needed.
• Research legal developments and explain their implications clearly to clients and colleagues.
• Manage a diverse caseload, meet critical deadlines, and maintain accurate, confidential client records.
• Build lasting client relationships through sound judgment, responsive communication, and thoughtful counsel.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing in the applicable jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of experience practicing trusts and estates law.
• Demonstrated experience with charitable trusts, estate planning, fiduciary matters, trust administration, wealth management-related legal planning, wills, and probate, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of estate planning strategies, probate procedures, fiduciary obligations, and applicable tax principles.
• Proven ability to draft precise legal documents and provide practical advice on complex personal and financial matters.
• Excellent research, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, collaborate with multidisciplinary advisors, and manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to professional ethics, discretion, and exceptional client service.
• An advanced degree in taxation or estate planning is a plus.

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