Estate Planning Attorney (Brookfield)
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Salary: $110,000 - $180,000 per year A bit about us: We are a well-established, family-oriented law firm with over 40 years of experience serving individuals, families, and businesses across the Chicagoland area. Our practice is focused on estate planning, probate and trust administration, elder law, and business succession planning. We take pride in providing compassionate, personalized counsel while building long-term relationships with our clients. Our team values collaboration, community connection, and delivering tailored legal solutions with integrity and care. Why join us?
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities and support for continuing legal education (CLE)
- Collaborative, supportive work environment with opportunities for long-term growth
- Counsel clients on estate planning strategies including wills, trusts, asset protection, and powers of attorney
- Draft and review legal documents related to estate plans, probate, and trust administration
- Represent clients in probate court and manage all aspects of estate and trust administration
- Advise families on elder law matters, Medicaid planning, and guardianship proceedings
- Assist with business formation and succession planning when related to estate matters
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering clear and empathetic communication
- Collaborate with other attorneys and staff to ensure seamless client service
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing with the Illinois Bar (or ability to obtain licensure promptly)Minimum 3 years of experience practicing in estate planning, probate, and/or trust administration
- Strong drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Courtroom experience in probate matters preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client-first mindset
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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