General Counsel Jobs in Snellville, 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.

1-15 of 58 Jobs
Liberty Mutual Insurance

Associate Staff Counsel

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

Associate General Counsel - Carelon Contracting and Legal Operations

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 21 hours ago

Associate General Counsel - Carelon Contracting & Legal Operations Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing...

Sr. Counsel-Privacy, AI & Data Governance (REMOTE)

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 21 hours ago

Counsel, Privacy, AI & Data Governance** Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, Global Privacy, AI & Data Governance, the Sr....

Remote Work

Associate General Counsel - Carelon Services

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 21 hours ago

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

Senior Counsel

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 21 hours ago

include significant, hands-on support of BIA sales and operational challenges, including project pursuits, contract negotiations, bid protests, project delivery support, subcontractor issues, claims and litigation...

Associate General Counsel & Assistant Corporate Secretary

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Prior experience with public company representation in the areas of corporate law, including matters of entity organization; experience with SEC regulations is required....

Senior Counsel

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 1 day 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 (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 2 days 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 (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 2 days 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 (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 3 days 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 (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 4 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 Snellville, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norcross, GA (13 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 4 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 (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Remote Work

Associate General Counsel - Technology

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 6 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 (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Snellville, GA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Snellville, GA

Moving to Snellville, GA? Find some basic demographic data about Snellville, GA below.


Local
National
87,283
1,816
Medium/Lg

General Counsel Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLegal curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Counseling and Psychotherapy Theory
Learn about the theories of counseling and psychotherapy on human change through an easy-to-understand overview. Counseling and Psychotherapy Studies seeks to understand and clarify our minds...
Counseling Practice and Research
Learn about the stages and processes of counseling, counseling techniques, and interesting and up-to-date research methods. Counseling and Psychotherapy Studies seeks to understand and clarify our...
General Paediatrics: Essentials for New Doctors
Establish your position in the world of general paediatrics, a crucial field ensuring the health and safety of young patients. This rigorous three-week course is designed for new doctors and...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Snellville, GA

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

Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Snellville, 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 Snellville, 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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



General Counsel Related Career Advice Articles

Lawyer and paralegal review files in preparation for client meeting.
The Case of Paralegal vs. Legal Assistant

Paralegals and legal assistants provide valuable law office support, but what's the difference between the two roles? Read on to learn about each position's duties and responsibilities.

Read article »
Closeup of several law books on a shelf
7 Exciting Practice Areas for Young Lawyers

Completing law school and passing the bar are incredible accomplishments on their own, but then what? Find out which practice areas and specialties have bright outlooks and attractive earning potential.

Read article »