General Counsel Jobs in Maryland

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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Assistant General Counsel, Litigation & Investigations

  • Cabin John, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Cabin John, MD
  • 1 day ago

Description Leidos is looking for an intelligent, hardworking, high-energy, and flexible Assistant General Counsel to join our Corporate Legal Department in Reston VA....

Assistant General Counsel, Part Time

  • Dundalk, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Dundalk, MD
  • 1 day 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....

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
  • 2 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD
  • 2 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

  • Silver Spring, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • 3 days ago

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

Legal Counsel

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

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...

Associate General Counsel, Corporate Law

  • Rockville, MD
  • 10 days ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 10 days ago

The Associate General Counsel, Corporate Law has the following responsibilities: • Provides legal and policy support to USP on a wide variety of complex legal matters. • Provides guidance and models...

Senior Legal Counsel

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 10 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 10 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
  • 10 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 10 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
  • 11 days ago
  • Baltimore, 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,...

Assistant General Counsel - At-Home Solutions

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 14 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 14 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 Counsel, Brands & Advertising

  • North Bethesda, MD
  • 15 days ago
  • North Bethesda, MD
  • 15 days ago

Your Team This is a leadership role that will report to the VP & Assistant General Counsel. You will have a team and collaborate with cross functional departments on a regular basis....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Maryland

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

Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Maryland 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 Maryland
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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