Senior Estate Planning Attorney - FL & IL Bar Required
Location: Chicago
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Florida based Trust and Estate Law firm is looking to expand to
IL! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ryan Anderson Are you a fit? Easy
Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your
resume. Salary: $150,000 - $300,000 per year A bit about us: We are
seeking an experienced and client-focused Estate Planning and
Wealth Management Attorney to join our growing Florida-based legal
team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate
planning, trust and estate administration, wealth preservation
strategies, and asset protection, with a comprehensive
understanding of Florida law and relevant federal tax codes. This
attorney will provide high-net-worth clients with sophisticated
legal guidance tailored to their personal and financial objectives.
Why join us? Compensation & Benefits: Performance-based bonuses
Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Continuing legal
education (CLE) support Professional development and advancement
opportunities Job Details Key Responsibilities: Develop and
implement customized estate plans including wills, trusts
(revocable, irrevocable, charitable, GRATs, etc.), powers of
attorney, and advance directives. Advise clients on complex wealth
management strategies, including tax minimization, generational
wealth transfer, business succession planning, and charitable
giving. Manage probate and trust administration processes and
represent clients in guardianship and fiduciary matters.
Collaborate with financial advisors, CPAs, and other professionals
to coordinate holistic wealth preservation strategies. Stay current
on changes in estate and gift tax laws, trust law, and probate
procedures in IL and Florida Draft and review legal documents with
high attention to detail, ensuring compliance with all applicable
laws. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with
clients by providing compassionate, strategic counsel. Participate
in business development efforts, including seminars, client
outreach, and networking events. Qualifications: J.D. from an
accredited law school Active member in good standing of the
Illinois & Florida Bar 5 years of experience in estate planning,
wealth management, and trust and estate law LL.M. in Taxation or
Estate Planning (preferred) Experience working with high-net-worth
individuals and families Strong analytical, drafting, and
interpersonal communication skills Ability to manage multiple
client matters with a high level of organization and attention to
detail Book of business (preferred but not required) Interested in
hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
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work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified
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race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability
status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
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Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in
a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local
law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to
the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San
Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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