Estate Planning Attorney for Growing Law Firm
Robert Half
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Estate Planning Attorney to guide individuals and families through important decisions about protecting their assets, honoring their wishes, and preparing for the future. This position focuses on creating tailored estate plans, advising clients on trusts and probate matters, and translating complex legal concepts into practical guidance. The role is based in Saint Charles, Illinois, and offers the opportunity to work closely with clients and allied professionals to build thoughtful, legally sound plans.
Responsibilities:• Meet with clients to evaluate family circumstances, financial holdings, and long-term objectives in order to develop personalized estate planning strategies.
• Prepare and revise wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and related legal documents with accuracy and attention to client intent.
• Advise clients on approaches that help preserve wealth, reduce tax exposure, and support orderly transfer of assets.
• Review existing estate plans and recommend updates when life events, financial changes, or legal developments affect prior documents.
• Explain estate planning, trust administration, and probate issues in clear terms so clients can make informed decisions.
• Coordinate with accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals to align legal planning with broader financial goals.
• Represent clients in probate proceedings and related court matters when estate administration requires formal legal action.
• Monitor changes in statutes, regulations, and case law to ensure estate plans remain compliant and effective.
• Identify potential disputes, administrative concerns, or distribution challenges and develop solutions to reduce future risk.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to a state bar and ability to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated experience handling estate planning, trusts, and probate matters.
• Strong knowledge of wills, trusts, advance directives, and estate administration procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly.
• High level of analytical thinking and careful attention to detail in document preparation and review.
• Ability to manage sensitive client matters with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with legal document management, case management systems, and related office technology.
Law firm offers a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental profit-sharing and more! Interested candidates please forward resume directly to View email address on ziprecruiter.com com and View email address on ziprecruiter.com com for immediate consideration!
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