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Trusts, Estates & Wealth Transfer Associate Attorney


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 235000 - 390000
Posted: 13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Chicago Hybrid

Trusts Estates & Wealth Transfer Associate Attorney
AmLaw 100 Opportunity
Compensation

$235000 $390000

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Trusts Estates & Wealth Transfer Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising high-net-worth individuals families business owners and fiduciaries on sophisticated estate planning wealth transfer and tax matters. This role also presents a unique opportunity to join and help build a rapidly growing Chicago office.

Ideal Background

3 years of trusts & estates estate planning wealth transfer or related tax experience

Experience advising high-net-worth individuals families business owners and fiduciaries on estate planning and wealth preservation strategies

Experience drafting and implementing wills revocable and irrevocable trusts powers of attorney gifting strategies and other estate planning documents

Experience with gift estate generation-skipping transfer and income tax planning matters

Experience with trust and estate administration probate proceedings and fiduciary counseling is preferred

Experience advising clients regarding business succession planning charitable planning and wealth transfer strategies is a plus

Strong drafting analytical and client counseling skills

Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships

Excellent academic credentials

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Sophisticated private client and wealth transfer practice

Opportunity to work directly with high-net-worth individuals and families

Ground-floor opportunity to help build and grow a new Chicago office

Significant client interaction and responsibility

Strong mentorship and professional development

Collaborative national platform

Interested

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if youre not actively looking or arent sure this opportunity is the right fit lets connect for a confidential conversation. Im happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition



Required Experience:

IC