General Counsel Jobs in Buffalo Grove, IL

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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Associate Counsel (M&A and Corporate Governance) (Manager)

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Qualifications: + Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and admission to a state bar (in good standing). + 3-5 years of experience practicing in corporate law with a strong focus on mergers and...

Assistant General Counsel - (Enviromental) - BSC (Hybrid)

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Assistant General Counsel Environmental will provide legal advice and representation to the Companys business units, with a focus on those based in Illinois and Pennsylvania, on the full range of...

Payments Negotiations Attorney - Assistant Vice President, Senior Counsel

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of payments? At JPMorgan Chase & Co, we offer you the opportunity to provide strategic guidance on client contract negotiations that are...

Associate Counsel Attorney - 8349-4794

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

This attorney will report ultimately to our Chief Risk Officer and our General Counsel. Prior in-house accounting/consulting experience strongly preferred. **WHY COHNREZNICK?...

Sr Counsel - 4741882008-6062

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: **Schedule: FT** **Job Type: Hybrid** **Salary Type: Salary** **About the Role** Uber Freight is seeking a Sr. Counsel to join our Legal...

Assistant General Counsel, FERC Compliance - R09310_0-4121

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

**Job Description** As the Assistant General Counsel, FERC Compliance, you will provide professional legal advice, counsel, support and guidance to Invenergy\'s business operations, focused primarily...

Associate Senior Counsel, Care Delivery/Telehealth- Remote

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Incumbent will be responsible for providing regulatory legal support to enterprise entities offering health care services directly to patients. Legal support includes reviewing, analyzing and...

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Associate Counsel

  • Downers Grove, IL (24 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (24 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Who Are We?** Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. Thats the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property...

Associate General Counsel - Operations & Experience - Remote

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 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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Senior Counsel, Managed Markets Legal

  • Deerfield, IL (3 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (3 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

laws and regulations....

Senior Counsel, Claim

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Who Are We?** Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. Thats the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property...

Deputy General Counsel (Senior Public Service Administrator Opt 8L)

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview: The Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), Office of the General Counsel is seeking a dynamic and experienced legal professional to serve as Deputy General Counsel -...

Conflicts Counsel (General Counsel Office)

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

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Assistant General Counsel - Labor & Employment

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Other tasks as requested by the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, and Senior Associate General Counsel. Rush is an equal opportunity employer....

Sr. Counsel, Commercial Legal, Strategic Partnerships

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago

About the Team The DoorDash legal team has built a strong reputation within the company for our confident, supportive approach to in-house legal counseling, always with a bias for action. Our...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Buffalo Grove, IL

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Buffalo Grove, IL 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 Buffalo Grove, IL
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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