General Counsel Jobs in Delaware

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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Securities Associate/Of Counsel - Investment Funds Group (Multi Office)

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 1 day ago

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a...

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Associate General Counsel Capital Markets and M&A

  • Dover, DE
  • 6 days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 6 days ago

Lumen Associate General Counsel Capital Markets and M&A in Dover , Delaware About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

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Associate General Counsel Commercial Transactions

  • Dover, DE
  • 6 days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 6 days ago

Lumen Associate General Counsel Commercial Transactions in Dover , Delaware About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

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Associate General Counsel Governance and Securities

  • Dover, DE
  • 6 days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 6 days ago

Lumen Associate General Counsel Governance and Securities in Dover , Delaware About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

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Cardinal Health Assistant General Counsel - Navista & Specialty Network Solutions in Dover , Delaware What the Legal Department contributes to Cardinal Health The Legal Department is responsible for...

Senior Counsel - BioPharmaceuticals Business - R-218255-3919

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 13 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 13 days ago

The role will operate under the supervision of the Deputy General Counsel and provide legal support to business teams across three therapeutic areas: Respiratory & Immunology; Cardiovascular, Renal...

IP Senior Counsel

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 14 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 14 days ago

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for...

Business Unit General Counsel

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 23 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 23 days ago

This position will report to the General Counsel, Risk, and Sustainability Officer for North America....

Director, Associate General Counsel (Risk Mitigation)

  • Newark, DE
  • 23 days ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 23 days ago

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and a valid license to practice law....

Legal Counsel m/w/d, Germany

  • DE
  • 45+ days ago
  • DE
  • 45+ days ago

Novocure ist ein weltweit tatiges Onkologie-Unternehmen mit dem Ziel, durch die Entwicklung und Vermarktung seiner innovativen Therapie Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields), das Leben von Patienten...

Senior Director, Associate General Counsel

  • Newark, DE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 90+ days ago

What Youll Contribute: The Senior Director and Associate General Counsel position will have regular exposure to Sallie Maes senior and executive management teams....

As an Insurance and Wealth Management Attorney - Vice President, Assistant General Counsel within our Wealth Management Legal team, you will provide critical analysis and discussion of insurance and...

Associate General Counsel, Intellectual Property

  • Newark, DE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 90+ days ago

All attorneys must be able to complete complex projects both independently and with direction from the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Delaware

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

Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Delaware 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 Delaware
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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