Associate - Private Client

Description:

With us, you'll find:

• A Firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
• Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives: We're smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
• Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That's why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental and financial health, with an emphasis on work/life balance. We're proud to be the first firm to offer billable hours for wellness.
• Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. Our individual merit-based system enabled 65% of our associates to earn above the Cravath scale in 2023.

Job Description:
Our Chicago office is seeking a 4th to 6th year Associate to join our growing Private Client Group. Candidates must be submitted online through our web-apply portal for consideration. Questions can be directed to Amy Gillmore, Lateral Associate Recruiting Manager, at agillmore@mwe.com.
Job Requirements:

• 4-6 years of current subchapter k (tax) experience/partnership agreements
• Experience with trusts a bonus, but not required
• Ability to work well in a collaborative environment
• First rate organizational skills and ability to manage productive relationships with clients and co-advisors
• Excellent writing, speaking, researching, and analytical skills, along with a strong academic background
• Must be admitted to the Illinois Bar

As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With McDermott, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office.

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