General Counsel Jobs in Folsom, CA

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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Attorney Recruiting Assistant (Associate, Counsel, and Law Student Division)

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Attorney Recruiting Assistant (Associate, Counsel, and Law Student Division) Location: Remote or Hybrid (Preference for candidates in the Pacific Time ZoneCalifornia, Oregon, or Washington);...

General Counsel, Public Employee's Retirement System

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 2 days ago

In addition, the General Counsel manages litigation matters including securities and investment-related cases, benefit-related administrative proceedings, and general litigation, oversees outside counsel...

Assistant General Counsel, Privacy - At-Home Solutions

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 3 days ago

_What Legal Management contributes to Cardinal Health_** Legal provides the company with strategic, proactive, practical and cost-effective legal advice and services in order to protect the...

Assistant General Counsel Federal Regulatory

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 6 days ago

This is an exciting role with significant responsibility and independence that will report to the Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, Federal Regulatory Affairs....

Remote Work

Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel

  • West Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Sacramento, CA (21 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 7 days ago

In addition, the ACC oversees litigation, legislation and the issuance of determinations concerning challenged underground regulations....

Senior Legal Counsel

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 8 days ago

and compliance requirements + Research and respond to general legal inquiries from in-house clients that relate to matters including local regulatory issues, partnerships, and software licensing, litigation...

Assistant Chief Counsel

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 8 days ago

In addition, the ACC oversees litigation, legislation and the issuance of determinations concerning challenged underground regulations....

Assistant Chief Counsel

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 10 days ago

and Duties Under the general direction of the Assistant Deputy Director, Legal Affairs Division, the Assistant Chief Counsel oversees day-to-day operations of the Legal Division, including...

VP Deputy General Counsel

  • Folsom, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Folsom, CA
  • 13 days ago

Position Summary The VP and Deputy General Counsel, Commercial Transactions (DGC) is responsible for commercial transactions and certain transformative business initiatives of the Company and will lead...

Senior Counsel

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 15 days ago

In consultation with the Deputy General Counsel, the Attorney IV shall provide guidance, direction, and oversight on complex and high-profile issues, cases or litigation....

CEA C, Deputy General Counsel

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 15 days ago

and Duties Under the general direction of the General Counsel of the California State Transportation Agency (Agency), the Deputy General Counsel acts as one of the two legal advisors to the Secretary...

General Counsel

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 22 days ago

and Duties The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) is seeking an Attorney IV, General Counsel....

Remote Work

Associate Counsel, California (Remote)

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

experience on insurance/defense/and or personal injury REQUIRED Juris Doctor degree REQUIRED Admission to the California Bar REQUIRED Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in California...

Remote Work

Deputy General Counsel, Legal

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Summary Job Summary SUMMARY Under general direction from the General Counsel, provides support for the legal department, guidance and support to CSBA's members and leadership, corporate support...

Senior Associate General Counsel

  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (19 miles from Folsom, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Legal experience with a focus on education law, labor and employment law, and nonprofit corporate law. Experience in litigation support, compliance, and policy development....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Folsom, CA

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Folsom, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.6%
Bachelor's Degree
13.3%
Master's Degree
7.9%
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 Folsom, CA
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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