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Jobot

Estate Planning Attorney

Jobot, Brookfield, Illinois, United States, 60513

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Estate Planning & Administration Attorney (3+ Years Experience | Chicago Suburbs) 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 focuses on estate planning, probate and trust administration, elder law, and business succession planning.

Base pay range $110,000 - $180,000 per year

Benefits

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

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

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.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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