General Counsel Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in Ohio

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, Real Estate and Commercial

  • Flynn Group
  • Independence, OH
  • 5 hours ago
  • Independence, OH
  • 5 hours ago

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school; member in good standing of at least one state bar....

Hybrid

Hybrid Senior Counsel, Real Estate & Commercial

  • Flynn Group
  • Independence, OH
  • 12 hours ago
  • Independence, OH
  • 12 hours ago

Candidates should have 8+ years of real estate experience, a Juris Doctor degree, and strong communication and negotiation skills....

Hybrid

Associate General Counsel

  • Northeastern Ohio Medical University
  • Rootstown, OH
  • 17 hours ago
  • Rootstown, OH
  • 17 hours ago

Position Title Associate General Counsel Position Type Admin/Professional Department General Counsel Full or Part Time Full Time Pay Grade MN15 Position Summary Information Department Specific Information...

Hybrid

Associate Counsel-Employment

  • KeyBank
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago

Doctor Degree, and Active Ohio State Bar Admission EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience and familiarity with ERISA retirement and health & welfare plans, cafeteria...

Hybrid

Director, Assistant General Counsel - Litigation

  • GEICO
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago

As Director, Assistant General Counsel, you will be a pivotal member of our legal team....

Hybrid

Associate General Counsel

  • Xavier University
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 days ago

Serving on and leading University committees as assigned or approved by the General Counsel....

In Person

Attorney-Advisor (Tax) - Special Counsel (INTL)

  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 days ago

Summary With nearly 1,700 attorneys, IRS Chief Counsel is the largest tax law firm nationwide. Our attorneys are among top tax law practitioners and some of the very best legal minds found...

In Person Full Time

Technology Legal Senior Counsel

  • JPMorgan Chase & Co.
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

At least 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or corporate law environment....

In Person

Office of the Chief Legal Officer Intern (Fall Semester)

  • Ohio.gov
  • Ada, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Ada, OH
  • 4 days ago

Office of the Chief Legal Officer Intern (Fall Semester) ( 260003YA ) Organization : Supreme Court of Ohio Agency Contact Name and Information : Office of Human Resources - ... Unposting Date :...

In Person Part Time

Office of the Chief Legal Officer Intern (Fall Semester)

  • State of Ohio
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago

What You'll Do: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Administrative Support:...

In Person Internship

Senior Legal Counsel

  • State of Ohio
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education Required o Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school. o Licensed to practice law in Ohio; Must be in good standing with the Supreme Court...

In Person

Director, Assistant General Counsel - Litigation

  • Geico Insurance
  • Beachwood, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Beachwood, OH
  • 4 days ago

As Director, Assistant General Counsel, you will be a pivotal member of our legal team....

Hybrid

Senior Counsel, Commercial

  • Marathon Petroleum
  • Findlay, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Findlay, OH
  • 5 days ago

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides strategic legal advice and counsel to commercial business teams, including real-time support for trading and commercial transactions....

In Person

Senior Counsel, Employment & Compliance

  • Flynn Restaurant Group
  • Independence, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Independence, OH
  • 5 days ago

The role will report to the Associate General Counsel, Compliance....

In Person

Senior Legal Counsel

  • Capgemini Holding Inc
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 6 days ago

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you'd like, where you'll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of...

Remote

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Ohio

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

Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Ohio offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.4%
Bachelor's Degree
13.5%
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 Ohio
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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