Trusts & Estates associate attorney

Strauss Malk & Feder LLP; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Strauss Malk & Feder LLP is seeking a Trusts & Estates associate to join our Illinois-based estate planning group in Northbrook. The ideal candidate has at least two years of relevant experience and a JD from an accredited law school.

You will work closely with the managing partner on a variety of matters including estate planning, trust administration, and probate, gaining exposure to complex matters from start to finish in a collaborative firm environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in Trusts & Estates law.
• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• Strong drafting skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and client-centered mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage trust and estate administration from start to finish.
• Advise on estate planning strategies, including tax minimization.
• Prepare federal and state estate and gift tax returns.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on Trusts & Estates law.
• Represent clients in probate proceedings.
• Draft wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.

Skills

Estate planning

Trusts & estates law

Drafting skills

Client communication

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal research

Job description

Client is seeking a Trusts & Estates associate attorney to join their growing

estate planning group.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who possesses a

foundational knowledge of estate planning, supported by a minimum of two years’ relevant

experience, to grow professionally within a firm distinguished for its work in the field.

About the Position:

In this role, you’ll work closely with the firm’s managing partner and handle a wide variety of

matters including estate planning, trust and estate administration, and probate proceedings.

You’ll have the opportunity to work on complex and meaningful matters from start to finish in a

collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage trust and estate administration matters from start to finish.
• Advise clients on estate planning strategies, including tax minimization, creditor protection, and long-term family goals.
• Prepare federal gift tax returns and federal and state estate tax returns.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Trusts & Estates law.
• Represent clients in probate proceedings and guide them through the process.
• Draft a wide range of estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years of experience in Trusts & Estates law, including estate planning, trust administration, and probate.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• Strong drafting skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client-centered mindset.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health and Dental Insurance.
• 401(k) plan with matching.
• Paid time off