Trusts & Estates Attorney
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Overview
Job Description
Multiple Offices | Hybrid/Flexible by Location
Our client is a nationally recognized, growth-oriented law firm seeking experienced Trusts & Estates attorneys to join its expanding private client practice across several key markets. These opportunities are ideal for attorneys who want sophisticated planning and litigation work, strong client relationships, and a clear long-term growth path within a collaborative, well-supported firm.
Open Roles & Locations
Chicago, IL
Practice Focus: Trusts & Estates (Planning)Experience:5th–10th Year Attorneys
Portland, OR | Los Angeles, CA | Orange County, CA
Practice Focus:Trust & Estate LitigationExperience:5+ Years of Experience
⚖️ Practice Focus & Responsibilities
Trusts & Estates – Planning
- High-net-worth estate planning
- Drafting wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts
- Advanced wealth transfer strategies
- Estate, gift, and generation-skipping tax planning
- Advising individuals, families, and fiduciaries
Trust & Estate Litigation
- Will and trust contests
- Fiduciary disputes
- Breach of fiduciary duty claims
- Beneficiary and trustee representation
- Probate and trust administration disputes
Compensation & Advancement
- Competitive, market-aligned base salary (commensurate with experience and geography)
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Transparent advancement and partnership track
- Support and encouragement for business development
Firm Growth & Recognition
- Continued strategic investment in private client practices
- National platform with strong regional depth
- Attorneys consistently recognized by:
- Chambers USA
- Best Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
- Daily Journal
- Regional Business Journals
This is an excellent opportunity for Trusts & Estates attorneys looking to deepen their expertise in either planning or litigation, while building a long-term career within a firm that values collaboration, transparency, and professional growth.
Requirements
- Current State License
- Prior experience in trusts & estates planning or litigation
- Strong drafting, analysis, and client-facing skills
- Ability to manage matters independently with appropriate supervision
- Experience working with high-net-worth individuals and families (planning roles)
- Litigation experience in probate or trust disputes (litigation roles)
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Firm-paid life insurance
- 401(k)
- Generous PTO policy
- Paid or reimbursed parking (office-dependent)
- In-house MCLEs and external training support
Culture Highlights:
- Collegial, collaborative, and transparent environment
- Long-tenured attorneys across offices
- Meaningful mentorship and professional development
- Firmwide retreats, social events, and office gatherings
- Recognized as a Best Place to Work in multiple markets
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