Job Title: Trusts & Estates Attorney (Senior Associate Level)
Location: Schaumburg, IL
Firm Overview: A well-established law firm is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with a specialization in Trusts & Estates to join their team. This role will primarily support the Trusts & Estates team in Schaumburg, working closely with seasoned Partners Russ Robinson and Tom Palmer.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert legal counsel on trusts and estates matters, ensuring clients receive comprehensive estate planning, trust administration, and probate representation.
- Collaborate with senior partners and other team members to handle complex estate planning cases.
- Manage a full caseload, meet billable hour requirements, and contribute to the firm’s growth and client service excellence.
Qualifications:
- 6-10 years of experience specifically in Trusts & Estates law.
- Strong expertise in estate planning, trust administration, and probate law.
- Demonstrated ability to manage high-level client relationships and complex estate matters.
- Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
Compensation:
- Target base salary around $150,000 (based on candidate experience and open for negotiation).
- Annual bonuses based on billable hours, with a minimum requirement of 1,800 hours per year.
Work Schedule:
- Primarily onsite in Schaumburg, IL, with some flexibility for remote work as needed.
Why Join Us:
- Opportunity to work closely with respected partners and transition to a partnership role.
- Competitive compensation with the potential for annual performance bonuses.
- Collaborative work environment in a supportive and well-regarded law firm.
If you're a seasoned Trusts & Estates attorney looking to grow your career with a potential pathway to partnership, apply today!
