General Counsel Jobs in Arkansas

A General Counsel, also known as Chief Legal Officer, is the main lawyer that provides legal advice and services to an organization. They oversee and manage all the legal affairs of an organization, which includes setting internal governance policies and managing the impact of external factors. A General Counsel is responsible for business transactions, negotiating and writing contracts, analyzing legal issues related to proposed products, and guiding management on legal matters and issues. They ensure the organization's legality of commercial transactions and operations.

Essential skills for a General Counsel include strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of the business strategy. They should have the ability to communicate complex matters in clear and understandable terms. A law degree and admission to practice law in their jurisdiction are required. Further, they should have substantial legal experience, ideally in a corporate environment. A person may have roles such as an Associate Lawyer, Senior Legal Counsel, or Partner at a law firm before becoming a General Counsel.

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Associate Counsel

  • Rogers, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 1 day ago

... Join the Litigation team of the worlds largest retailer to manage a docket of general liability tort matters in consultation with in-house and outside counsel. The Counsel I - Tort role is...

Managing Associate General Counsel

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

Counsel of the University of Arkansas is accepting applications from qualified attorneys to serve as Managing Associate General Counsel at the University of Arkansas for Medal Sciences (UAMS)....

Senior Legal Counsel - Food/Regulatory - FTC 12 M

  • Bentonville, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 1 day ago

SR NATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER, WALMART - SEASONAL Job Location: Bentonville Company description Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such...

Senior Counsel -- Employment Litigation

  • Johnson, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Johnson, AR
  • 2 days ago

Manage outside counsel and legal spend for employment and other commercial litigation matters. Provide legal advice and counsel to internal stakeholders....

Staff Counsel - eDiscovery - R0379625-4330

  • Springdale, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 4 days ago

Staff Counsel - eDiscovery - R... at TYSON SALES AND DISTRIBUTION, INC. in Springdale, Arkansas, United States Job Description Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered...

Associate General Counsel Governance and Securities

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

Lumen Associate General Counsel Governance and Securities in Little Rock , Arkansas About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

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Associate General Counsel Commercial Transactions

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

Lumen Associate General Counsel Commercial Transactions in Little Rock , Arkansas About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

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Associate General Counsel Capital Markets and M&A

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 7 days ago

Lumen Associate General Counsel Capital Markets and M&A in Little Rock , Arkansas About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

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Staff Counsel - eDiscovery

  • Springdale, AR
  • 8 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 8 days ago

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been...

Assistant General Counsel - Navista & Specialty Network Solutions

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 13 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 13 days ago

Cardinal Health Assistant General Counsel - Navista & Specialty Network Solutions in Little Rock , Arkansas What the Legal Department contributes to Cardinal Health The Legal Department is responsible...

Assistant General Counsel (JR-0094789)

  • Bentonville, AR
  • 15 days ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 15 days ago

About You Basic Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law. 6+ years of relevant legal experience, with a focus on investigations, regulatory legal, or a combination....

Associate Counsel - Commercial Transactions

  • Cave Springs, AR
  • 17 days ago
  • Cave Springs, AR
  • 17 days ago

Provide excellent legal advice and counsel to a broad assortment of clients on a variety of topics with a particular emphasis on complex commercial transactions Draft and negotiate complex commercial...

Sr Director, Assistant General Counsel

  • Casa, AR
  • 21 days ago
  • Casa, AR
  • 21 days ago

32275 32nd Ave S, Federal Way, Washington, 98001-9616, United States of America What We'll Provide: More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most....

Senior Counsel, Intellectual Property and Artificial Intelligence

  • Elkins, AR
  • 22 days ago
  • Elkins, AR
  • 22 days ago

... Intellectual Property Center of Expertise Join the Intellectual Property Center of Expertise as a Senior Counsel, IP and AI. In this role, you will provide advice and counsel to teams across...

Legal Counsel

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 22 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 22 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Legal Counsel is expected to provide legal research, advice, and other legal assistance as directed by other senior-level lawyers in the corporate legal department. This position...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Arkansas

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

Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Arkansas offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.7%
Bachelor's Degree
13.3%
Master's Degree
7.9%
Associate's Degree
2.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.4%
High School or GED
1.1%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Counsels in Arkansas
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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