Trusts & Estates Associate

gpac; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentorship & development

Exposure to high-net-worth clients

Job summary

A Chicago law firm is seeking a Trusts and Estates Attorney to handle sophisticated estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters in a client-focused, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include drafting customized estate planning documents, managing administrations from inception to probate, and advising on tax-efficient strategies. Illinois Bar admission and 2–5 years of focused experience are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with The Illinois Bar.
• 2-5 years of focused experience in estate planning, trust administration, and probate.
• Strong knowledge of Illinois estate, trust, and tax law.
• Excellent drafting, research, and client communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently with attention to detail and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on estate and wealth transfer strategies, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
• Draft estate planning documents tailored to complex family and business structures.
• Manage trust and estate administrations from inception through probate and fiduciary accountings.
• Provide guidance on tax-efficient planning and charitable giving.
• Collaborate with financial advisors, accountants, and fiduciaries to deliver integrated client solutions.

Skills

Estate planning

Trust administration

Probate

Client communication

Drafting

Tax planning

Collaboration

Education

J.D. degree

Illinois Bar admission

Job description

A highly-regarded Chicago law firm is seeking a Trusts and Estates Attorney. This is an outstanding opportunity to handle sophisticated estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters within a client-focused and collaborative environment.

What You'll Do

• Advise clients on comprehensive estate and wealth transfer strategies, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
• Draft estate planning documents tailored to complex family and business structures.
• Manage trust and estate administrations from inception to completion, including probate proceedings and fiduciary accountings.
• Provide guidance on tax-efficient planning, charitable giving, and business succession strategies.
• Collaborate with financial advisors, accountants, and fiduciaries to ensure integrated client solutions.

What We're Looking For

• Licensed and in good standing with The Illinois Bar.
• 2-5 years of focused experience in estate planning, trust administration, and probate.
• Strong knowledge of Illinois estate, trust, and tax law.
• Excellent drafting, research, and client communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently with attention to detail and professionalism.

Why Join

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and paid holidays.
• Opportunity to work directly with partners and high-net-worth clients on meaningful, high-level matters.
• Supportive, growth-oriented firm culture emphasizing mentorship and long-term professional development.

If you're an experienced trusts and estates attorney seeking to advance your career with a respected Wisconsin firm, this could be an ideal opportunity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.