General Counsel Jobs in Texas

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 - Compliance

  • Houston, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 9 hours ago

Experience 7+ years of post-qualification experience in general corporate law, commercial transactions and management of compliance programs required....

ATTORNEY IV - Office Of the General Counsel

  • Austin, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 9 hours ago

$0.00 Per Month Position range in Travis County $6,679.00 - $14,929.00 Per Month ATTORNEY IV - Office Of the General Counsel Texas Department of Criminal Justice Occupation: Lawyers Location: AUSTIN...

General Counsel

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for an experienced General Counsel (GC) to lead our in-house legal function to support our evolving needs as we scale our pre-IPO business....

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Legal Counsel - Europe (H/F)

  • Paris, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Paris, TX
  • 1 day ago

CDI Temps plein Au moins 2 ans d'experience Master, Bac+5 Juridique Postuler Mission L'equipe juridique Europe recherche un(e) Legal Counsel - Europe, qui aura pour missions, sous la direction du...

Legal Counsel, Commercial - EMEA

  • Paris, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Paris, TX
  • 1 day ago

About Teads Teads is the omnichannel outcomes platform for the open internet, driving full-funnel results for marketers across premium media. With a focus on meaningful business outcomes for...

Associate Vice President for Legal Affairs

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

As assigned, act as University liaison with UT System Office of General Counsel and the Texas Office of the Attorney General in the defense of claims....

Senior Counsel - Assistant General Counsel

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Depending on their education, experience, and skill level, candidates may be eligible for a range of job opportunities, including positions ranging from Senior Counsel - Assistant General Counsel....

Staff Counsel, eDiscovery Services

  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago

We are a global law firm with a powerful strategic focus and real momentum. Our industry-focused strategy is seeing us take on pioneering work in places that others have yet to reach. Our shared...

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Senior Counsel

  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago

Assist with legal research and strategy regarding employment litigation, in support of the litigation team members....

Senior Legal Counsel - M&A, Finance and Corporate

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

A minimum of 5 years of experience of progressively responsible experience in renewables energy, with a strong focus on M&A, corporate law, and renewable energy finance....

Senior Legal Counsel

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At SAS, we are...

Deputy/Assistant General Counsel

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

How you'll make an impact: Legal Strategy & Business Partnership: Support the Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel in providing strategic legal guidance across the organization....

Overseeing legal department budgeting and outside counsel management with measurable ROI expectations....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Texas

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

Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Texas 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 Texas
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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