Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney

Verital Advisory Search; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Verital Advisory Search is seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate for a well-established law firm in Chicago's northern suburbs. This role offers long-term growth in estate planning with meaningful client exposure and close mentorship from experienced attorneys.

You will draft wills and trusts, handle probate matters, and participate in wealth preservation strategies while developing client relationships in a collaborative, suburban setting.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in trusts, estates, or probate.
• Active Illinois Bar admission.
• Strong drafting and client-facing abilities.
• Interest in developing a long-term trusts and estates practice.

Responsibilities

• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents.
• Handle trust and estate administration matters, including probate proceedings.
• Advise clients on estate planning, wealth preservation, and succession strategies.
• Assist with estate and gift tax returns.
• Work directly with clients, fiduciaries, and financial advisors.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex estate planning matters.

Skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

We are working with a well-established, growing law firm in Chicago's northern suburbs seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate to join its practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to build a long-term career in estate planning, gain meaningful client exposure, and work closely with experienced attorneys on a broad range of trusts and estates matters.

The firm offers a collaborative, supportive environment where associates can take ownership of their work while continuing to develop their technical skills and client relationships.

What You'll Be Doing

• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents.
• Handle trust and estate administration matters, including probate proceedings.
• Advise clients on estate planning, wealth preservation, and succession strategies.
• Assist with estate and gift tax returns.
• Work directly with clients, fiduciaries, and financial advisors.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex estate planning matters.

What We're Looking For

• 1+ years of experience in trusts and estates, estate planning, or probate.
• JD from an accredited law school and active Illinois Bar admission.
• Strong drafting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with estate planning documents and trust administration.
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term trusts and estates practice.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Hands‑on experience with a broad range of estate planning and administration matters.
• Mentorship and development working closely with experienced attorneys and firm leadership.
• Meaningful client interaction and opportunities to take ownership of matters.
• Work‑life balance in a collaborative suburban practice.