Corporate Attorney Jobs

A Corporate Attorney, also known as a Corporate Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry. They protect corporations from legal disputes by handling the legal, contractual, and business aspects. They represent corporations in court, negotiate and draft contracts, handle legal documents, conduct legal research, and provide advice on legal rights and obligations. They also guide corporations on issues related to patents, property interests, contracts, government regulations, and employment law. Their work is instrumental in ensuring that businesses operate within the confines of the law.

Important skills for a Corporate Attorney include strong analytical skills, negotiation skills, interpersonal skills, and an in-depth understanding of corporate law. They should also have good problem-solving capabilities, excellent communication skills, and a high level of attention to detail. A law degree is mandatory, and passing the bar exam to become a licensed attorney is necessary. Additional certifications may include a Master of Law (LLM) in Corporate Law or Business Law. Prior to becoming a Corporate Attorney, one might have roles such as a Law Clerk, Associate Attorney, or Legal Counsel. These positions provide the necessary exposure and experience in the legal field.

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Corporate Counsel

  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 3 days ago

Are you a skilled legal professional with experience in claims, litigation, and risk management? Our company is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our team in Oak Brook, IL. If you have a...

Securities Counsel

  • Richmond, VA
  • 25 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 25 days ago

What you will be doing Work with VP, Chief Securities Counsel, to ensure compliance with public company securities matters, Delaware corporate law and related corporate policies (e.g....

Corporate Counsel

  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 days ago

Experience negotiating commercial contracts, particularly information technology and consulting services purchases. Litigation experience....

Associate Attorney- Corporate/ Transactional

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago

A sophisticated, results-driven law firm is seeking to add Corporate Lawyer to their team. This firm has several offices in California with a flexible work schedule. If you are interested in...

Transactional Attorney

  • Pasadena, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA
  • 2 hours ago

We are searching for a mid-level transactional attorney to join one of our clients firms in the downtown Los Angeles area. This is a well established firm with an established client base. This is...

Associate Attorney- Commercial Litigation

  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 hours ago

We are teamed up with a Commercial construction litigation firm that is adding a litigation Associate Attorney to their team in Irvine, California. This is a boutique firm that has been...

Transactional Attorney

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago

We are searching for a mid-level transactional attorney to join one of our clients firms in the downtown Los Angeles area. This is a well established firm with an established client base. This is...

Part-time Transactional Attorney Needed (6+ yrs. experience)

  • New York, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 hours ago

Wall Street law firm with diverse business practice seeks experienced attorney with 6+ years of leasing and transactional experience. Must have ability to handle complex retail and office leases...

Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal, Network Infrastructure

  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 hours ago

law firm and in-house work - Familiar with cloud computing, IT infrastructure, and telecommunications Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran...

Corporate Transactional Attorney

  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 9 hours ago

This role requires a strategic legal professional with extensive experience in corporate law and a keen understanding of real estate and development transactions and corporate governance....

Real Estate & Business Attorney

  • Redondo Beach, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Redondo Beach, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Job Title: Real Estate & Business Attorney I am working with a fantastic law firm that specializes in Business, and Real Estate. This firm has great clients, and are a collaborative firm that...

Corporate Counsel - St Louis, MO

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 15 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 15 hours ago

Youll play a key role in **advising the business on commercial transactions and supporting a range of legal functions including contract management, regulatory compliance, lease management, and corporate...

Corporate Legal Counsel

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 1 day ago

Job Information Job Category: Corporate Governance Education: JD Experience: 10 - 20 years...

Corporate Attorney

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Corporate Attorney CRICO Boston, Massachusetts (Hybrid) Are you interested in this job? Sign into your job seeker account to today!...

Corporate Counsel

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago

Assist with other legal and risk management matters as requested, such as those related to corporate governance, joint venture, employment, and litigation....

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Corporate Finance
Learn both the sound theoretical principles of finance and the practical environment in which financial decisions are made. You will learn how to value a firm over the course of this Corporate...
Corporate Sustainability
Sustainability aims to meet the needs of today without compromising future generations ability to meet theirs. For businesses, its important to not only focus on the growth of profit but also the...
From Corporate Social Responsibility to Corporate Social Innovation
Based on real-world experiencesfrom business leaders, learn how to develop and lead social innovation initiatives that create both economic and social value. The challenges facing our world are...

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Salary for Corporate Attorney Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Corporate Attorneys offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
86.2%
Bachelor's Degree
6.0%
Master's Degree
5.7%
Associate's Degree
0.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.6%
High School or GED
0.5%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Corporate Attorneys
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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