General Counsel Jobs in Palm Beach, FL

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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Assistant General Counsel - Inspector General

  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) seeks a skilled attorney licensed by The Florida Bar to provide legal services, advice, and representation to the OIG. This position assists with or conducts...

Assistant General Counsel

  • Juno Beach, FL (11 miles from Palm Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Juno Beach, FL (11 miles from Palm Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Position Specific Description The XPLR General Counsel will be an integral, valued member and part of a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment at XPLR....

General Counsel - 22010996

  • West Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from Palm Beach, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from Palm Beach, FL)
  • 14 days ago

The General Counsel reports to the Trial Court Administrator....

General Counsel

  • West Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from Palm Beach, FL)
  • 16 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (3 miles from Palm Beach, FL)
  • 16 days ago

The General Counsel reports to the Trial Court Administrator....

Associate General Counsel - Transactional and Compliance

  • Boca Raton, FL (22 miles from Palm Beach, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (22 miles from Palm Beach, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Reporting to the Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel, with a coordinating line to the Vice President for Research, the Associate General Counsel - Transactional and Compliance will provide...

Associate General Counsel

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (8 miles from Palm Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (8 miles from Palm Beach, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Associate General Counsel will provide legal support to the General Counsel with specific concentration in commercial acquisitions, dispositions, financings, real estate fund formation and SEC compliance...

Chief Legal Officer Real Estate Debt

  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Chief Legal Officer - Real Estate Debt Full Time Palm Beach County, FL Posted 4 days ago Chief Legal Officer - Real Estate Debt Location: On-site in Palm Beach County, FL (Relocation Assistance...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Palm Beach, FL

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Palm Beach, FL offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.5%
Bachelor's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
8.0%
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 Palm Beach, FL
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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