General Counsel Jobs in Attleboro, MA

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, Marketing Needham, MA, United States

  • Needham, MA (23 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Needham, MA (23 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Member of a state bar. 10+ years marketing and advertising law experience either in-house or firm. Experience in review of marketing and claims materials....

AVP, Sr. Counsel, Life & Annuities

  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 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...

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Assistant General Counsel II Litigation

  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 4 days ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:** Under the direction of the Vice President and Associate General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel II Litigation is responsible for representing the interests of internal FME...

Assistant General Counsel

  • Johnston, RI (13 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (13 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Description Job Description As Assistant General Counsel at Citizens Bank, you will play a critical role in shaping and safeguarding the banks privacy and cybersecurity posture....

Senior Counsel, Biopharma Solutions & Strategic Sourcing

  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 12 days ago

. + When the business engages in litigation, serves as a primary liaison and expert on the business in support of the Litigation team. + Advises business unit leaders on terms, risks and due diligence...

Assistant General Counsel, Regulatory

  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 12 days ago

**_Job Summary_** The Assistant General Counsel, Regulatory will be responsible for advising on matters pertaining to laws governing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); other ingredient, additive...

Legal Counsel Contracting & Revenue Cycle Management

  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 13 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...

Counsel/Sr. Counsel, NBCU News Group

  • Needham, MA (23 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Needham, MA (23 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

accuracy and independence + Monitor legal developments affecting the press and freedom of speech + Partner with specialist lawyers across NBCUniversals Legal Department, including on news-related litigation...

Senior Legal Counsel

  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Class Definition GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform legal advice and services in a state department or agency on issues posing complex legal interpretations and extensive research of law,...

Associate General Counsel, Marketing

  • Needham, MA (23 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Needham, MA (23 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Member of a state bar. 10+ years marketing and advertising law experience either in-house or firm. Experience in review of marketing and claims materials....

Senior Legal Counsel, IP Litigation

  • Uxbridge, MA (19 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Uxbridge, MA (19 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

A Typical Day: Develop and manage global IP litigation strategies to advance our commercial objectives. Advocate our position in international IP litigation and administrative actions....

Sr. IP Legal Counsel

  • Foxborough, MA (8 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Foxborough, MA (8 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent legal qualification from an accredited law school and in good standing with the bar(s) in state(s) where licensed to practice law....

Associate General Counsel - Securities Law and Corporate Governance

  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Summary\: The Associate General Counsel – Securities Law and Corporate Governance will work closely with our Senior Executive Counsel and professionals in our Finance and Investor Relations departments...

VP Deputy General Counsel Corporate & Transactions

  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (10 miles from Attleboro, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Summary: Reports to the General Counsel....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Attleboro, MA

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Attleboro, MA 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 Attleboro, MA
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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