Associate - Private Wealth Services

Direct Counsel
Chicago, IL

Job Description

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
Posted 2026-07-23

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