General Counsel Jobs in Teaneck, NJ

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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Associate Staff Counsel

Responsibilities: Litigation Execution: Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, hearings, trials, mediations, and drafting legal documents such as pleadings and motions....

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Staff counsel

litigation process....

Sr Director, Legal Counsel

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

adoption of cutting-edge legal technologies and best practices.Manage legal risks and safeguard PayPal's legal interests, developing forward-looking risk management strategies.Represent PayPal in litigation...

Senior Counsel, Tech Transactions, Autonomous Vehicles & Fleets

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

We have an outstanding opportunity for an experienced commercial attorney to join Uber's Autonomous Mobility & Delivery legal team as we develop the world's best platform for autonomous vehicles...

Associate General Counsel - Commercial Transactions

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

Anticipated End Date: 2025-07-19 Position Title: Associate General Counsel - Commercial Transactions Job Description: Associate General Counsel - Commercial Transactions Location: This role requires...

Legal Counsel

  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

The Legal Counsel will report to the Associate General Counsel and will work collaboratively both within our Strategy Team and across all functions at Ascend....

Associate General Counsel

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

The position will report to the General Counsel of Moody's Corporation and sit on the Senior Leadership Team for the Legal and Compliance Organization....

Assistant General Counsel III - Appeals, Torts

  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

The incumbent will have a very high level of expertise in all phases of tort litigation and appellate practice, as well as extensive knowledge of Federal, State and local laws....

Senior Counsel

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Under general supervision of the Deputy General Counsel, with wide latitude for independent judgment, the selected candidate will be responsible for assisting in the development, drafting, negotiating...

Director, Senior Counsel

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Oversee legal counsel for Hinges marketing and communications campaigns, promotions and partnerships from conception through execution, including providing advice on advertising laws, regulatory compliance...

Director, Senior Counsel

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, were helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can...

Senior Counsel, Services

  • Harrison, NY (16 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrison, NY (16 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, were helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can...

Deputy General Counsel Hofstra University

  • Hempstead, NY (24 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hempstead, NY (24 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Providing day-to-day management of the Office of General Counsel, the Deputy General Counsel handles the assignment of matters and in collaboration with the General Counsel, proactively manages the...

Legal Counsel

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

You will work as a generalist on a wide array of commercial and corporate legal matters, from structuring and negotiating M&A, partnerships, joint ventures, and other corporate and commercial transactions...

Special Counsel - EPLI

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Teaneck, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Ensure all case activity aligns with EPLI policy terms, reporting requirements, and litigation guidelines....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Teaneck, NJ

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Teaneck, NJ 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 Teaneck, NJ
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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