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Estate and Trust Administration Attorney

Job in Barrington, Cook County, Illinois, 60011, USA
Listing for: Kelleher + Holland, LLC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Law/Legal
    Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Financial Law
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Estate and Trust Administration Attorney

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Description

Guide trustees and executors through all phases of trust and estate administration. Review and interpret trust instruments, wills, and related estate planning documents. Prepare required notices, inventories, accountings, and distribution schedules. Coordinate asset marshaling, valuation, and transfer of real property, financial accounts, and business interests. Communicate with beneficiaries regarding administration status, rights, and expectations. Advise fiduciaries regarding their duties, risk management, and compliance obligations.

Prepare and file petitions for probate or administration. Represent estates and fiduciaries in probate court proceedings. Oversee creditor claim management, publication requirements, and resolution of liabilities. Manage timelines and statutory deadlines to ensure compliant and efficient administration. Advise on tax implications related to estate administration and distributions. Serve as primary point of contact for clients, beneficiaries, and fiduciaries. Maintain strong professional relationships with financial institutions, courts, and outside advisors.

Key Responsibilities
  • Guide trustees and executors through all phases of trust and estate administration.
  • Review and interpret trust instruments, wills, and related estate planning documents.
  • Prepare required notices, inventories, accountings, and distribution schedules.
  • Coordinate asset marshaling, valuation, and transfer of real property, financial accounts, and business interests.
  • Communicate with beneficiaries regarding administration status, rights, and expectations.
  • Advise fiduciaries regarding their duties, risk management, and compliance obligations.
  • Prepare and file petitions for probate or administration.
  • Represent estates and fiduciaries in probate court proceedings.
  • Oversee creditor claim management, publication requirements, and resolution of liabilities.
  • Manage timelines and statutory deadlines to ensure compliant and efficient administration.
  • Advise on tax implications related to estate administration and distributions.
  • Serve as primary point of contact for clients, beneficiaries, and fiduciaries.
  • Maintain strong professional relationships with financial institutions, courts, and outside advisors.
Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school; active license in the relevant state.
  • 2–7 years of experience in trusts and estates, probate, or related practice areas (flexible).
  • Good understanding of estate planning instruments, probate procedures, and fiduciary responsibilities.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and work with clients during sensitive situations.
  • Proficiency with legal research tools and common estate administration software.
Core Competencies
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Client-service orientation and empathy
  • Strong legal drafting and writing ability
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Problem-solving and practical decision-making
Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Legal

Industry

Legal Services

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