Trust & Estates Associate - Gpac

Join our team as a full-time associate attorney specializing in Wills, Trusts, and Estates. We are in search of a talented individual with an Illinois state bar license.

The ideal candidate will thrive both independently and collaboratively, staying well-versed in evolving legal landscapes and exhibiting superb client relations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Draft, assess, analyze, and finalize various legal documents while effectively communicating legal concepts to clients.
• Develop and execute complex estate planning documents.
• Assist with probate and estate administrations.
• Preparation of Gift and Estate Tax Returns.
• Cultivate relationships with clients and foster connections with potential new clients.
• Lead meetings with prospective clients, maintaining professional relationships with existing clients and referral sources.
• Address client inquiries and offer strategic suggestions to meet their objectives.
• Stay up to date on probate and tax laws.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-approved law school.
• Active member in good standing with the IL state bar (2nd bar a plus).
• Knowledge of wills, trusts, and estates is highly desired.
• 5 Minimum years’ experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.

Additional Details/Benefits:

• Standard Monday-Friday schedule.
• Competitive benefits including:
  • Paid time off.
  • Medical.
  • Dental.
  • Vision insurance.
  • 401K
  • Company-paid life insurance.

For additional information please apply directly to this posting or contact Alan McMillen at Alan.McMillen@gogpac.com. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.