Job Description

Estate Planning Attorney / Senior Associate

Location: Wheaton, Illinois

Work Setting: On-site

Experience: 5–10+ Years

Mission Recruiting is representing a well-respected law firm that is seeking an Estate Planning Attorney / Senior Associate to join its established Estate Planning Group. This role focuses on sophisticated estate planning, tax strategy, and administration for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on advanced estate planning and tax strategies
• Draft estate planning documents, including wills and trusts
• Manage estate and trust administration matters
• Provide business and tax advisory services
• Work directly with clients and professional advisors
• Build and maintain referral relationships

Qualifications

• J.D. and Illinois bar admission (or ability to obtain)
• 5–10+ years of estate planning experience
• Strong background in tax and wealth transfer planning
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills
• Client-facing confidence and communication ability

Compensation

• Base salary: $150,000–$170,000+ DOE
• Bonus structure tied to collections

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• PTO, holidays, and parental leave
• Additional reimbursements and benefit programs

Salary Range: $150,000–$170,000

Reference: 148559

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