Corporate Attorney Jobs in Virginia

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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Principal Corporate Counsel - CTJ - Secret

  • Microsoft
  • Reston, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Qualifications Required/Minimum Qualifications Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 4+ years experience as a practicing attorney OR equivalent experience....

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Corporate Counsel

  • iCIMS
  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 hours ago

Education/Certifications/Licenses Required Bachelor's Degree and Juris Doctor from an accredited law school required....

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Corporate Counsel, Amazon Private Brands

  • Amazon
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago

Basic Qualifications - 5+ years of legal experience - Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent Preferred Qualifications - Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work...

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Corporate Counsel - Last Mile Automation, Store...

  • Amazon.com, Inc.
  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago

Basic Qualifications: 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Product Safety & Compliance Law...

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Corporate Counsel - Last Mile Automation, Stores & Operations Legal

  • Amazon
  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago

Basic Qualifications 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent Preferred Qualifications Experience in Product Safety & Compliance Law...

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Senior Corporate Counsel - Last Mile Automation, Stores & Operations Legal

  • Amazon
  • Arlington, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 5 days ago

Basic Qualifications 10+ years of post bar admission legal experience Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of Product Safety & Compliance Law...

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Corporate Counsel, Amazon Leo

  • Amazon.com Services LLC
  • Arlington, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 5 days ago

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ years of legal experience - Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent - Experience in Regulatory Law PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience in law firm practice...

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Corporate Counsel, Amazon Leo Product

  • Amazon
  • Arlington, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 5 days ago

Basic Qualifications - 5+ years of legal experience - Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent Preferred Qualifications - Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work...

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Corporate Counsel, Amazon Leo, Legal

  • Amazon.com Services LLC
  • Arlington, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 6 days ago

- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally...

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Corporate Counsel (Part-time)

  • CNA
  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago

PRIMARY PURPOSE CNA is hiring for a part-time Corporate Counsel to join the Office of General Counsel (OGC). This role will be responsible for leading and supporting high level projects for the...

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Executive Legal Advisor

  • CNA (nonprofit)
  • Arlington, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 8 days ago

AND/OR DUTIES 1. Provide expert legal advice on intellectual property, employment, export controls, ethics, foreign corrupt practices act, government contracts, classification and security, human...

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Commercial Counsel

  • LogicMonitor
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 11 days ago

Familiarity with privacy, AI, and security issues that arise in commercial contracting and product counseling, including issue spotting, risk assessment, and escalation....

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Corporate Counsel, Shopping Legal

  • Amazon
  • Arlington, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 12 days ago

Experience in Privacy Law Experience working closely with and advising senior executives of an organization or equivalent Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work Amazon is an equal...

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Corporate Counsel - Construction

  • Quality Technology Services, LLC
  • Richmond, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 14 days ago

Who We Are: It's pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. Its even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our...

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Attorney - Corporate Real Estate

  • Truist Financial Corporation
  • Richmond, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 14 days ago

The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to...

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Salary for Corporate Attorney Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Corporate Attorneys in Virginia offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
86.1%
Bachelor's Degree
6.1%
Master's Degree
5.8%
Associate's Degree
0.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.6%
High School or GED
0.4%
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 in Virginia
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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