Estate Planning Attorney Job at Robert Half (Chicago)

Estate Planning Attorney

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Chicago

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

140000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

A well-respected, full-service law firm located in downtown Chicago is seeking a thoughtful, client-focused Estate Planning Attorney to join its Trusts & Estates group. This established firm serves individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and family-owned businesses on complex wealth-transfer planning, probate and trust administration, charitable giving, and business-succession strategies. The team prides itself on practical advice, meticulous drafting, and responsive service.

Job Responsibility:

Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer planning
develop tailored plans aligning with tax and non-tax objectives
Draft estate planning instruments (wills, revocable/irrevocable trusts—including ILITs, SLATs, GRATs, charitable trusts—powers of attorney, etc.)
Advise on asset titling, beneficiary designations, and coordinated planning across retirement accounts, life insurance, and business interests
Manage probate and trust administrations including court filings, accountings, asset marshaling, creditor claims, and required notices
Guide fiduciaries on duties and risk management
handle trust modifications, decantings, and nonjudicial settlement agreements
Assist with business-succession planning (buy-sell agreements, recapitalizations) in collaboration with corporate/real estate teams
Liaise with clients’ external advisors (CPAs, financial advisors, etc.) on tax compliance and implementation
Conduct legal research, maintain organized files, and ensure timely, accurate billing

Requirements:

J.D. from an accredited law school
bar admission in Illinois or timely eligibility
Minimum 5 years dedicated trusts & estates experience, covering both planning and probate/trust administration
Strong drafting skills and attention to detail
ability to communicate complex concepts clearly
Working knowledge of federal transfer-tax principles and Illinois probate practice
Excellent organization, judgment, and client-service skills
ability to work independently and in teams

Nice to have:

LL.M. in Taxation and/or significant transfer-tax planning experience
Experience with high-net-worth clients, closely held/family businesses, charitable planning, family limited entities
Familiarity with Illinois Probate Act practice in Cook County and surrounding areas
Comfort with practice-management and document-automation tools

What we offer:

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) with firm contributions, CLE support, and hybrid work flexibility
Access to premium amenities: two-story fitness center, private Peloton rooms, yoga studio, salt cave, massage chairs, golf simulator, and more
Bonus: Based on individual and firm performance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 07, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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