General Counsel Jobs in Stockbridge, 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 51 Jobs
Liberty Mutual Insurance

Associate Staff Counsel

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

EEO Special Counsel

  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 13 hours 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 (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 2 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 (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 2 days ago

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

AVP, Sr. Counsel, Life & Annuities

  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 4 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...

Remote Work

Senior Assistant General Counsel, Manager - Litigation

  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 4 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 (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 5 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...

Remote Work

General Counsel

  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 5 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 (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 5 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...

Senior Counsel - Labor & Employment Law

  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 6 days ago

This position will report to an Associate General Counsel in the Southern Company Services legal department....

Legal Counsel Contracting & Revenue Cycle Management

  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** Humana is seeking a Legal Counsel to support its Home Solutions line of business, including CenterWell Home Health, one of the...

Legal Counsel

  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you're capable of? At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It's a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of...

(IN-HOUSE - EXCLUSIVE) LEGAL DIRECTOR WANTED FOR GLOBAL INFRASTRUCTURE COMPANY (Atlanta, GA)

  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 9 days ago

IN-HOUSE - EXCLUSIVE) LEGAL DIRECTOR WANTED FOR GLOBAL INFRASTRUCTURE COMPANY (Atlanta, GA) The Partners Group Atlanta, Georgia Are you interested in this job? Sign into your job seeker account to...

Senior Counsel, Political Affairs

  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 10 days ago

and independently in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment, which is subject to regulatory scrutiny, and Coinbase's high standards Willingness to roll up sleeves (no job too big, no job too small) Juris...

Senior Legal Counsel, Privacy (Americas and Asia)

  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (17 miles from Stockbridge, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Your work days are brighter here. At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the...

Demographic Data for Stockbridge, GA

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


Local
National
69,540
1,499
Medium

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 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...
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...
General Relativity
8.962 is MIT's graduate course in general relativity, which covers the basic principles of Einstein's general theory of relativity, differential geometry, experimental tests of general relativity,...

Title Synonyms

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


Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Stockbridge, GA

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

Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Stockbridge, 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 Stockbridge, 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 »