Associate

Private Wealth Associate — Estate Planning, Chicago

  • LocationChicago, Illinois
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience2–4 PQE
  • Compensation$225k–$420k
  • PracticeEstate Planning

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Busy private wealth team in Chicago is seeking an associate to support trusts and estates work across estate planning, trust administration, and related wealth-transfer matters. The role offers exposure to sophisticated individual and family-client matters handled by an established practice.

Ideal candidates will join a collaborative team advising high-net-worth clients and work directly with partners and senior associates on both advisory and administration matters. The position requires strong technical drafting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage client communications.

  • 2–4 years' post-qualification experience in Trusts & Estates or Private Wealth at a nationally recognized law firm
  • Demonstrable experience with estate planning, trust drafting, and trust/estate administration
  • Excellent academic credentials, strong drafting and analytical skills
  • Professional interpersonal skills and a client- and team-focused work ethic
  • Attach resume and law school transcript with application

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