General Counsel Jobs in Florida

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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General Counsel - Americas

  • Tampa, FL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 18 hours ago

Supervise and manage all U.S. commercial litigation and claims. Support local counsel in dispute resolution outside the U.S....

Special Counsel-Asst Attorny General-Dla - 41000403

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 1 day ago

The Work You Will Do: The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: This position requires as a prerequisite to employment a degree of Juris Doctor from an accredited...

Legal Counsel

  • FL
  • 1 day ago
  • FL
  • 1 day ago

Fisher Investments is an established international asset management firm. We are currently seeking to hire a self-motivated lawyer interested in being a key contributor to the firm's growth. The...

Assistant General Counsel

  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 1 day ago

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply...

Sr. Counsel, Global Contract Team

  • Miami, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications Required: Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school....

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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Lead Staff Counsel Procedural Review Auditor

  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago

GEICO is seeking a Staff Counsel Procedural Reviewer to join our Staff Counsel team. Job duties include conducting audits of Staff Counsel files to ensure quality file handling and reviewing...

Associate General Counsel Commercial Transactions

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 7 days ago

Lumen Associate General Counsel Commercial Transactions in Tallahassee , Florida About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

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Associate General Counsel Governance and Securities

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 7 days ago

Lumen Associate General Counsel Governance and Securities in Tallahassee , Florida About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

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Associate General Counsel Capital Markets and M&A

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 7 days ago

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

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Legal Counsel II

  • Miami, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 8 days ago

Provides Legal Counsel and advice to the Corporation and its subsidiaries to ensure their effective operation in accordance with Federal, State And Local Laws. Essential Functions Provides legal...

Lead Staff Counsel

  • Tampa, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 9 days ago

Slide Insurance - Fun. Innovation Driven. Fueled by Passion, Purpose and Technology. At Slide, you will not only be part of a successful team, but you will also be a part of our Slide Vibe/award...

General Counsel

  • Miami, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 10 days ago

This General counsel role will be based in Miami, FL or Birmingham, Alabama. What do we offer in benefits?...

Assistant General Counsel - Navista & Specialty Network Solutions

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 13 days ago

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

Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 13 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school in an appropriate area of specialization and 10 years appropriate experience required....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Florida

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

Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Florida 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 Florida
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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