General Counsel Jobs in Menomonee Falls, WI

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 Intellectual Property

  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 22 hours ago

What you will do: Advise on intellectual property litigation and be the first line of support for open-source software requests Manage technology licensing and commercial issues Collaborate with the...

Associate General Counsel

  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 7 days ago

In the role of Associate General Counsel you will provide legal advice and representation to MCW regarding a variety of legal matters in labor, employment, higher education and administration of the...

Sr. Legal Counsel, Employment

  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Oversees outside legal counsel and manages existing labor and employment litigation and arbitration matters....

Associate General Counsel

  • Allenton, WI (24 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Allenton, WI (24 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 26 days ago

Major Responsibilities: Execute legal or business projects requiring legal involvement with a moderate level of independence and oversight from more senior attorneys as needed. Support and mentor...

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Legal Director Supply Chain

  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 28 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 28 days ago

Counsel, GlobalProducts and Solutions, the Legal Director will be an integral part ofJohnson Controls product and procurement legal team, acting as counselto the teams responsible for Global Supply...

General Counsel

  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Duties and Responsibilties of Job: Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a leading manufacturing company in their search for a General Counsel....

Litigation Special Counsel Miami

  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking an attorney with 2 to 7 years of litigation experience to join the Litigation Department in our Miami, Orlando, or Tampa office as Special Counsel....

Associate General Counsel

  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (13 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI)
  • 45+ days ago

Required Education & Experience: Juris Doctor (J.D.) and six (6) years of progressively responsible work experience including some exposure to litigation, risk & compliance, accommodations, employment...

Contract Specialist Sr, Fch - Office Of General Counsel

  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 60+ days ago

FTE: 1.000000 Shift: Shift 1 Job Summary: Performs legal assignments related to system contracts in close collaboration with the Associate General Counsel - Contracting....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Menomonee Falls, WI

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Menomonee Falls, WI 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 Menomonee Falls, WI
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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