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Private Client Attorney

Chicago, IL, USA

137 Days ago

Job Description


Thompson Coburn is seeking an attorney with a minimum of 7 years of experience to join our Private Client Group. This role involves advising high-net-worth individuals, closely held businesses, and multi-generational families on complex estate planning, wealth transfer strategies, and business succession planning.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in tax law and estate planning, with a focus on creating comprehensive, tax-efficient solutions tailored to client needs. Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing estate documents, operating and shareholder agreements, and advising on insurance planning, trust funding, and corporate restructuring. This role also involves handling estate administration, including probate proceedings, post-mortem tax planning, and estate tax return preparation. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with a dedicated team, assisting clients in building enduring legacies through thoughtful and strategic planning.

The salary range for this position in our Chicago and Los Angeles office is $240,000-$300,000. Actual salary will vary and may be above or below the range based on relevant skills, training and other job-related factors. The range listed is just one of Thompson Coburn?s total compensation and benefits package for associates, which includes productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
This position is open to recruiters. All candidates must currently be licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Practice Areas & Specialty

Trusts & Estates

Designation

Attorney

Key Skills Required

Compensation and BenefitsComprehensiveDisability InsuranceDraftingEstate AdministrationEstate PlanningInsuranceProductivityShareholder AgreementsStrategic PlanningSuccession PlanningTax LawTax PlanningTraining

Job Overview


Job Function: Legal Services / Legal

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Not Specified

Experience Level: Not Specified

Salary: $240,000 - $300,000 / Annual Salary

Experience: 7 - 8 yrs

Contact Information


Company Name: Thompson Coburn LLP

Recruiting People: HR Department

Website: https://thompsoncoburn.com

Headquarter: St. Louis, MO, USA 63101

Industry: Law Firm / Law Practice

Company Size: 201-500 Employees

Location

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