General Counsel Jobs in Annapolis, MD

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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Senior Counsel - Employee Benefits

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 1 day ago

These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications...

Director, Assistant General Counsel

  • Laurel, MD (19 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Laurel, MD (19 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 4 days ago

The Litigation and Investigations Legal team operates in a demanding and fast paced environment. As Director, Assistant General Counsel, you will be a pivotal member of our legal team....

Assistant General Counsel, Corporate & Commercial - BSC (Hybrid)

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Functional duties include providing general legal advice; contract review; drafting and negotiating agreements and deal terms; counseling clients and coordinating litigation teams on warranty, breach...

Assistant General Counsel, Corporate & Commercial (Projects) (Hybrid)

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Who We Are** We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work...

Senior Counsel Insurance Agency

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 8 days ago

These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications...

Senior Counsel

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 8 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 8 days 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...

Associate Staff Counsel, Operations & Transactions

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (16 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (16 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Job Description This position serves as a shared resource within the Office of General Counsel and reports jointly to the Chief Business Litigation and Operations Counsel and the Chief Transactions...

Assistant General Counsel, C&C - BSC (Hybrid)

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Functional duties include providing general legal advice; contract review; drafting and negotiating agreements and deal terms; counseling clients and coordinating litigation teams on warranty, breach...

Assistant General Counsel, C&C (Projects) (Hybrid)

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work...

Associate Counsel, Labor & Employment

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (16 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (16 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Company Description The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is an academic private health system, focused on delivering compassionate, high quality care and putting discovery and...

Staff Counsel

  • Catonsville, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 20 days ago
  • Catonsville, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 20 days ago

The Staff Counsel I manages and resolves the company's collection litigation matters....

Assistant General Counsel, Part Time

  • Dundalk, MD (18 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 28 days ago
  • Dundalk, MD (18 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 28 days ago

The Community College of Baltimore County seeks a dynamic candidate for the Part-Time Assistant General Counsel role in the Office of General Counsel....

Assistant General Counsel, Part Time Community College of Baltimore County

  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 29 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (21 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 29 days ago

The Community College of Baltimore County seeks a dynamic candidate for the Part-Time Assistant General Counsel role in the Office of General Counsel....

Associate Staff Counsel

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (16 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 29 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (16 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 29 days ago

Job Description General Summary This position serves as a member of the Transactions and Regulatory Practice within the Office of General Counsel (OGC)....

Claims Legal Counsel

  • Silver Spring, MD (24 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (24 miles from Annapolis, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Proactively monitor legislation, regulations, and emerging trends in insurance, claims, and litigation procedure. Counsel and advise GEICO leadership on pending litigation and litigation trends....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Annapolis, MD

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Annapolis, MD 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 Annapolis, MD
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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