General Counsel Jobs in Roswell, GA

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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Associate Staff Counsel

Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school....

Senior Counsel

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 5 hours ago

. + Partner with cross-functional teams + Solve issues related to complex commercial transactions + Be an independent worker and thought leader **What You Will Bring:** + 12+ years of experience in...

Senior Counsel

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 23 hours ago

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Admission to a bar in good standing....

Associate General Counsel - Employment Law

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Description Emorys Office of the General Counsel seeks an employment attorney with significant counseling, litigation, and regulatory experience to serve as Associate General Counsel....

General Counsel: Director of Legal Services

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 1 day ago

The General Counsel serves as the Director of the Legal Services division and staff on a daily basis....

Assistant General Counsel, Contracts

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Assistant General Counsel, Corporate Commercial Transactions Join us as Assistant General Counsel, Corporate Commercial Transactions to take on key responsibilities within a world-class Legal Department...

Sr Counsel, Americas

  • Norcross, GA (13 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norcross, GA (13 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. state....

EEO Special Counsel

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Requirements Juris Doctor. Qualified candidates must reside in, remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state of employment....

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Associate General Counsel - Technology

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Associate General Counsel - Technology Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity...

General Counsel

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 5 days ago

law Senior level Full Job Description General Counsel....

AVP, Sr. Counsel, Life & Annuities

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Alternate Locations:** Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania); Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Hartford, CT (Connecticut); Work from Home **Work...

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Senior Assistant General Counsel, Manager - Litigation

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 7 days ago

We’re seeking an attorney with significant litigation experience to join our team as an Assistant General Counsel, Litigation....

Associate General Counsel - Operations & Experience - Remote

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 8 days ago

At UnitedHealthcare, were simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people...

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General Counsel

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 8 days ago

What you'll bring to the team: The General Counsel is a strategic, business-minded leadership position steering Legal efforts for the company....

Sr. Associate Counsel, Global Regulatory Affairs

  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (21 miles from Roswell, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Roswell, GA

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Roswell, GA 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 Roswell, GA
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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