Thomas A. Jefson is the Managing Shareholder of Buchalter’s Chicago office. As a seasoned attorney, Mr. Jefson is a member of the Tax, Benefits & Estate Planning and Litigation Practice Groups. Mr. Jefson has extensive experience handling all aspects of complex trust and estate matters including estate planning, asset protection, probate and trust administration services, disputed trusts and estates, claims against decedents as well as designing strategies to minimize estate taxes. As a trusted legal advisor for over 20 years, Mr. Jefson regularly represents families, business owners and executives, investors, and individuals in sophisticated matters to preserve wealth and protect assets that help achieve their objectives for years to come. He also counsels business leaders within diverse industries in the areas of tax planning, charitable endeavors, breach of fiduciary duties, and other business transactional matters. When necessary, Mr. Jefson’s substantial experience allows him to assist clients in resolving high stakes conflicts through the litigation of contested trusts and estates by deploying thoughtful and innovative strategies designed to produce positive and cost-efficient outcomes for clients.

Mr. Jefson’s in-depth knowledge and skills combined with his professionalism and discretion engages clients to have high confidence in him as he manages the sensitive and compassionate concerns that often arise in estate and trust matters. Mr. Jefson seeks to provide exceptional, innovative, and personal service to ensure clients’ interests and personal lives are protected at all levels.

Awards and Honors

• Illinois Super Lawyers – Estate Planning and Probate, 2018-2020

Professional Involvement

• Member, Illinois State Bar Association