General Counsel Jobs in Beaverton, OR

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

Staff Counsel

Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school....

Senior Deputy General Counsel, Governance

  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 3 days ago

Governance Subgroup: Work closely with the General Counsel and subject matter experts to prepare resolutions, ordinances, and board memoranda for TriMet board meetings....

General Counsel Receptionist (Office Specialist 1) - Portland

  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 3 days ago

The General Counsel Division provides a broad range of legal services to state agencies, boards, and commissions....

VP, Senior Counsel

  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 7 days ago

Education: Juris Doctor Degree Bachelors Degree TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Limited travel to properties or regional offices may be required....

General Counsel

  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 10 days ago

Requires a thorough understanding of the Uniform Commercial Code and general corporate law, along with basic knowledge of construction, customs, and antitrust law....

Assistant General Counsel

  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 23 days ago
  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 23 days ago

Provides support and assistance to General Counsel on strategic, regulatory and operational matters for which the General Counsel is responsible....

Workers' Compensation Senior Counsel

  • Lake Oswego, OR (8 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 28 days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR (8 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 28 days ago

a caseload of higher exposure cases and more complex litigation matters and deliver optimal results for Travelers' insured customers....

Director, Assistant Staff Counsel

  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement best practices, tools, and technologies to enhance litigation effectiveness....

Legal Counsel

  • Vancouver, WA (14 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (14 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Clio is more than just a tech company-we are a global leader that is transforming the legal experience for all by bettering the lives of legal professionals while increasing access to justice....

Senior Counsel

  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Portland, OR (5 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 90+ days ago

Position requirements: Juris Doctor (J.D) degree from an accredited law school, at least five years of relevant legal experience, preferably at a company or law firm with a focus on complex commercial...

Legal Counsel - Hybrid

  • Vancouver, WA (14 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (14 miles from Beaverton, OR)
  • 90+ days ago

PeaceHealth is seeking Legal Counsel in Vancouver, Washington.... This hybrid role requires the incumbent to by onsite two of less days a week. Position serves as a key advisor to PeaceHealth...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Beaverton, OR

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Beaverton, OR 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 Beaverton, OR
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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