Associate Attorney - Estate and Trust

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate attorney specializing in estate and trust matters for its Champaign, IL office, with potential for hybrid work arrangements. The role involves estate and trust planning, wealth preservation, tax planning, and business succession planning. Candidates with relevant experience 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 succession plans and strategies for asset protection.
• Advise on philanthropic and gifting solutions.
• Prepare IRS Form 709 and estate tax returns.

Requirements

• Experience in estate and trust planning and administration.
• Strong client service focus and communication skills.
• Strategic, critical, and creative thinking abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other attorneys.
• Admitted to the Illinois Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Exceptional communication and client relationship management.
• Strategic and creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Relaxed work atmosphere with professional development support.
• Opportunities for hybrid work arrangements.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Company info

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