Attorney - Estate and Trust Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate estate and trust attorney for its office in Champaign, Illinois. This role involves practicing in estate and trust planning and administration, wealth preservation, tax planning, and business succession planning. Candidates with relevant experience in these areas are preferred.

Duties

• Provide estate and trust planning and administration counsel to diverse clients.
• Represent fiduciaries in probate and trust settlement processes.
• Design customized estate plans and draft related legal documents.
• Develop business ownership succession plans and asset protection strategies.
• Advise on philanthropic and gifting solutions.
• Prepare IRS Form 709 and estate tax returns.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of experience in sophisticated estate and trust planning and administration.
• Strong client service focus and communication skills.
• Strategic, critical, and creative thinking abilities.
• Collaborative with other attorneys and professionals.
• Ability to generate and maintain client relationships.
• Integrity and high ethical standards.
• Desire to live and work in Central Illinois.
• Admitted to the Illinois Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and tax returns.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Relaxed work atmosphere with a professional team.
• Opportunities for professional and business development.
• Comprehensive benefits offerings.
• Career development programs.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306