Estate Planning Associate at Jobot
Chicago, IL 60618
About the Job
Top Chicago law firm with great work/life, culture, and hybrid schedule!
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Chris Cavish
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button
and sending us your resume.
Salary: $80,000 - $130,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a dedicated team of legal professionals committed to providing exceptional counsel and tailored solutions for businesses and individuals. With a focus on delivering practical and strategic advice, we prioritize building strong relationships with our clients to understand their unique needs. Our expertise spans various practice areas, enabling us to address complex legal challenges with efficiency and precision. Guided by a commitment to integrity and excellence, we strive to achieve the best outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.
Why join us?
Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Chris Cavish
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button
and sending us your resume.
Salary: $80,000 - $130,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a dedicated team of legal professionals committed to providing exceptional counsel and tailored solutions for businesses and individuals. With a focus on delivering practical and strategic advice, we prioritize building strong relationships with our clients to understand their unique needs. Our expertise spans various practice areas, enabling us to address complex legal challenges with efficiency and precision. Guided by a commitment to integrity and excellence, we strive to achieve the best outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.
Why join us?
- Base salary $80,000 - $130,000
- Bonus potential
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401k
- Work/life balance
- Hybrid schedule
Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and review estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives.
- Counsel clients on estate planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities and ensure asset protection.
- Handle probate and trust administration, including court filings, accountings, and compliance with legal requirements.
- Collaborate with financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals to develop comprehensive estate plans.
- Stay up-to-date with federal and state tax laws, including estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes.
- Represent clients in estate and trust litigation, as needed.
- Maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and exceptional service.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active state bar membership.
- 3-5 years of experience in estate planning, trusts, and probate law.
- Strong understanding of estate tax laws and experience in tax-related estate planning is preferred.
- Excellent drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-focused approach.
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- LL.M. in Taxation or significant coursework in tax law.
- Experience with high-net-worth clients and complex estate planning strategies.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
Salary
80,000 - 130,000 /year