General Counsel Jobs in Glen Burnie, 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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Associate General Counsel - Privacy

  • Hanover, MD (7 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hanover, MD (7 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 18 hours ago

The Associate General Counsel - Privacy will serve a key role on the Elevance Health Digital and Corporate Enterprise Legal Team as a subject matter expert in privacy law....

Assistant General Counsel, Part Time

  • Dundalk, MD (7 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dundalk, MD (7 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 2 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 (8 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 2 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 (5 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (5 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Education and Experience Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school. Admission to the Bar of a state or the District of Columbia, Maryland Bar preferred....

Claims Legal Counsel

  • Brinklow, MD (23 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brinklow, MD (23 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Basic Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school....

Legal Counsel

  • Annapolis, MD (12 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (12 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 9 days ago

law, drafting and negotiating national and cross-border agreements + Diversified in-house legal experience is an advantage....

Associate General Counsel - Research and Creative Achievements

  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Counsel, the Senior Associate General Counsel will engage in a wide-ranging, intellectually challenging, fast-paced, and demanding practice providing legal advice to the University on a full range...

Associate General Counsel - Technology

  • Hanover, MD (7 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (7 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Anticipated End Date: 2025-06-19 Position Title: Associate General Counsel - Technology Job Description: Associate General Counsel - Technology The Associate General Counsel is responsible for providing...

Associate General Counsel - Research and Creative Achievements University of Maryland, Baltimore County

  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Department: Legal Affairs Position Overview: Reporting to the Vice President and General Counsel, the Senior Associate General Counsel will engage in a wide-ranging, intellectually challenging, fast-paced...

Senior Legal Counsel

  • Annapolis, MD (12 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (12 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 11 days ago

laws and industry, particularly Anti-Kickback Statute, is strongly preferred **_What is expected of you and others at this level_** + Providing sound, practical judgment in the interpretation and application...

Deputy General Counsel Johns Hopkins University

  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 11 days ago

The Deputy General Counsel will also provide legal support to senior administrators and perform the duties of the General Counsel as and when required; representing the General Counsel at meetings,...

Deputy General Counsel

  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (8 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 12 days ago

The Deputy General Counsel will also provide legal support to senior administrators and perform the duties of the General Counsel as and when required; representing the General Counsel at meetings,...

Assistant General Counsel - At-Home Solutions

  • Annapolis, MD (12 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (12 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 15 days ago

The Assistant General Counsel - At-Home Solutions will be responsible for providing exceptional legal advice and guidance to Cardinal Health's At-Home Solutions (AHS) business clients, a leading home...

Senior Director, Associate Staff Counsel

  • Millersville, MD (5 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Millersville, MD (5 miles from Glen Burnie, MD)
  • 16 days ago

The Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) is a private American auto insurance company with headquarters in Chevy Chase, Maryland. GEICO is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway...

Staff Counsel Technology and Procurement

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

Education and Experience Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school. Admission to the Bar of a state or the District of Columbia, Maryland Bar preferred....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Glen Burnie, MD

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Glen Burnie, 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 Glen Burnie, 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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