Associate - Private Wealth Services

$310k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Private Wealth / Estate Planning Associate (3+ Years) – Chicago, IL | Hybrid

Company: Direct Counsel represents a reputable law firm
Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid (3 days in-office)

Overview
Direct Counsel is seeking a Private Wealth Associate to join a top-tier law firm in Chicago. Work with high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and fund principals on sophisticated estate planning, tax strategy, and wealth transfer matters.

Responsibilities

Design and implement advanced estate and tax planning strategies
Draft complex estate planning documents (Wills, SLATs, GRATs, ILITs, etc.)
Advise on trust and estate administration and tax filings (Forms 706 & 709)
Handle trust modifications, decanting, and restructuring strategies
Support family office structuring, philanthropy, and governance planning

Qualifications

J.D. or LL.M. with 3+ years of estate planning experience
Strong background in estate, gift, and GST tax planning
Experience drafting sophisticated estate planning documents
Familiarity with multi-jurisdictional or cross-border tax issues is a plus
Illinois Bar admission (or eligibility within 2 years) required

Compensation & Benefits

$310,000 base salary + bonus
Hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, Chicago)
Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
PTO, disability coverage, and more

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