Only candidates contacted for an interview will receive a response.
Huck Bouma PC is an Affirmative Action EEO Employer

Seasonal Tax Preparer

Huck Bouma, PC, a leading western suburban Chicagoland law firm, has an opening for a
Seasonal Tax Preparer (mid-December to May). 

We are looking for a self-starter with 3-5 years’ experience in preparing 1040s and 1041s.

Must have experience with ProSystems fx Tax software, and working with Excel spreadsheets.
Experience with preparation of Form 1065, 990-PF and Forms 709, a plus.

Compensation commensurate with experience.

Please send your resume and cover letter to: attorneys@huckbouma.com

Equal Opportunity Employer
Only those candidates being offered an interview will be contacted.
No phone calls please.

Corporate Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Corporate Practice Group

We are currently searching for a highly motivated, team-orientated Paralegal/Legal Assistant candidate interested in joining the largest law firm in DuPage County.
The ideal candidate will possess experience in one or more of the following areas:
Mergers and Acquisitions
Private Equity
Debt Finance
Asset Finance & Securitization
Private Funds
Investment Management

Essential Duties and Performance Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following essential duties satisfactorily.
Duties must be carried out promptly and accurately. Other duties may be assigned.
-File new business formation and dissolution documents
-Obtain certificates of good standing
-Complete and file SS-4 forms to obtain EINs
-Assist with all aspects of deal closings
(i.e. signature pages, closing certificates,
drafting of local, state and federal docs)
-Compile and maintain corporate minute books
-Prepare and file qualification and withdrawal applications
-Prepare stock certificates and resolutions
-Prepare and submit statutory filings
-Handle pre-closing, signature page distribution and closing of files
-Order certified copies and certificates of ‘good standing’
-Prepare and file UCC statements, amendments and termination statements
-Compose closing checklists and manage post-closing assembly and execution of documents
-Ability to work with vendors

Knowledge of and familiarity with Westlaw and Lexis programs, in addition to some knowledge of SEC filings would be a plus

Experience & Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of corporate/transactional experience in
providing exceptionally high quality service to clients
BA degree and paralegal certificate, preferred

Acquired Skills and Knowledge
The successful candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, possess a professional demeanor, and have the ability to multitask and work independently.
This candidate will also possess excellent written and interpersonal skills, be able to communicate effectively, maintain strict confidentiality, and display a passion for delivering outstanding results and service on a consistent basis.

Please send current resume along with references and salary requirements:attorneys@huckbouma.com

Paralegal
Estate and Trust Administration Practice Area

We are currently searching for highly motivated, team-orientated candidate interested in joining the largest DuPage County law firm
as a Trust and Estate Paralegal. Tax background will be useful to this role. The successful candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, possess excellent writing and numeric skills, maintain strict confidentiality, and display a passion for delivering outstanding results and service on a consistent basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the followingessential promptly and accurately. Other duties may be assigned.

Specific tasks include:

Reviewing client estate planning documents for post-death administration of estates and trusts.
Preparing court pleadings to open and close probate estates.
Preparing trust and will summaries, inventories, accountings and spreadsheets.
Assisting executor/trustee with the collection, valuation and distribution of assets.
Preparing federal and state estate tax returns, gift tax returns and fiduciary income tax returns.
Preparing client memos and correspondence.
Funding marital and family trusts.

ACQUIRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Three or more years of practical and relevant estate administration experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Professional interpersonal skills and knowledge of business etiquette.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Submit your resume and salary requirement to attorneys@huckbouma.com

Equal Opportunity Employer – Only those candidates being offered an interview will be contacted.
No phone calls please.

Associate Attorney
Trusts and Estates Practice Area

 The leading western suburban Chicago law firm has an immediate need at its Wheaton, Illinois location for an Estate Planning Senior Associate with three to five years of experience to join its Estate Planning Group.

The ideal candidate must have experience working on sophisticated estate planning and estate administration matters, tax planning,  as well as with providing general business advice. 

The right person must possess excellent drafting skills, have a strong financial or accounting background, have a deadline-oriented attitude, and a desire to have significant client and referral source interaction.

Please send your resume and cover letter to: attorneys@huckbouma.com

Equal Opportunity Employer – Only those candidates being offered an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.