About the Position:
Our client, a large and sophisticated global law firm, is actively seeking a trusts and estates attorney, with experience working with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, to join as an associate in its Chicago office. This firms T&E practice offers a full range of estate planning, family office representation, trust and estate administration, litigation and dispute resolution, and charitable advisory services.

Highlights:
· Named among one of the leading firms in The American Lawyer’s Midlevel Associates Survey
· Ranked as one of the Best Law Firms in Chicago by Vault Law
· Recognized as one of the most innovative law firms by Financial Times

Responsibilities:
· Assist with trust and estate administration matters
· Draft estate planning documents, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and related instruments
· Research and analyze federal and state transfer tax issues
· Conduct detailed legal research on federal and state tax law, fiduciary obligations, and related matters
· Collaborate with accountants and financial advisors to implement comprehensive wealth transfer and charitable planning strategies

Required Qualifications:
· 1-3 years of experience assisting ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families on sophisticated estate, gift, generation-skipping transfer, and income tax planning matters
· Strong academic credentials

Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $225,000 – $260,000.