Private Clients Trusts amp Estates Senior Associate / Counsel / Income Partner

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Associate, Counsel, or Income Partner to join its Private Clients, Trusts & Estates practice in Lake Forest, IL. The role involves working with partners on significant multi-line and multi-generational client matters, advising family offices, and developing sophisticated planning strategies.

Duties

• Advise family offices and closely-held business owners.
• Develop and implement lifetime and testamentary planning strategies.
• Supervise research and projection of tax implications.
• Prepare client educational and summary materials.
• Communicate directly with clients to advance their goals.

Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing in the practicing jurisdiction.
• Experience managing client projects from inception to conclusion.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of income, fiduciary, estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax regimes.
• Ability to manage client projects and supervise junior attorneys.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the practicing jurisdiction.

Skills

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Adaptability to multiple projects and shifting priorities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Profit-sharing and generous paid time off.
• Flexible reimbursement account for personal well-being expenses.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306