Private Client Attorney

Job Overview

A respected law firm is seeking a seasoned Private Client Attorney with at least 7 years of experience to join its growing estate and wealth planning practice. This role centers on advising high-net-worth individuals, family-owned enterprises, and multi-generational families on sophisticated estate planning, tax strategy, and business succession. The position provides an opportunity to work closely with a collaborative legal team and guide clients through strategic, long-term wealth preservation.

Location

• Chicago, IL

Duties

• Advise clients on complex estate planning and wealth transfer strategies

• Draft and review estate documents, trust instruments, operating agreements, and shareholder agreements

• Counsel clients on insurance planning, trust funding, and corporate restructuring

• Manage all aspects of estate and trust administration, including probate proceedings

• Provide post-mortem tax planning and prepare estate tax returns

• Collaborate with internal legal and tax professionals to tailor planning solutions

• Work with high-net-worth families and business owners to develop multi-generational legacy strategies

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in estate planning, wealth transfer, and private client advisory

• Demonstrated experience in federal tax law as it relates to trusts, estates, and gifts

• Prior work with high-net-worth clients or family offices preferred

• Ability to manage complex client needs while providing attentive, strategic counsel

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in the state of Illinois

• LL.M. in Taxation is preferred but not required

Skills

• Deep understanding of estate and gift tax laws

• Strong legal drafting, analytical, and research skills

• Client-focused communication style with high emotional intelligence

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

• Productivity and discretionary bonuses

• Health, life, accident, and disability insurance

• 401(k) plan with firm contributions

• Opportunity to work on meaningful, impactful client matters within a collegial team environment

Law offices are located in Chicago, St. Louis, Southern Illinois and Washington, D.C. More than three-hundred and twenty-five talented attorneys are employed at the legal practice. They represent clients throughout the U.S. Practice areas and industries are all-inclusive. Admiralty-maritime, banking, health care and state-local government are some of their practice disciplines. Diversity in the labor force is supported at the firm. The law practice embraces community service involvement.