General Counsel Jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

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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Assistant General Counsel - ComEd Real Estate (Hybrid)

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (13 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (13 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work...

Director, Associate General Counsel - Claims

  • Rosemont, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Director, Associate General Counsel, Claims ("AGC Claims Director") is a resource within the Markel Claim Organization providing leadership to the Associate General Counsel Claims and Coverage teams...

Legal Counsel, Commercial Contracts

  • Lisle, IL (6 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (6 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago

KONE, founded in 1910, is one of the largest, award-winning elevator companies in the world and our offering for employees is as competitive as our offering for customers. Not only do we provide...

Senior Counsel, Labor

  • Lombard, IL (12 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lombard, IL (12 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 9 days ago

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and...

Counsel Employment Litigation (Hybrid: Onsite and Remote Work)

  • Rosemont, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (22 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Perform special assignments or projects as assigned by the Associate General Counsel and/or Assistant General Counsel, Region Employment....

Legal Counsel (Hybrid)

  • Elgin, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Reporting directly to the General Counsel - Americas, the Legal Counsel will directly partner with a range of functional departments, including sales, distribution, supply chain, and so on....

Assistant General Counsel - Real Estate & Commercial

  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

ensuring alignment with Hub Groups operational and strategic goals Provide strategic legal counsel on real estate matters, including lease compliance and lease-related risk assessments, and support litigation...

Associate Counsel - Chicago, IL (REMOTE)

  • Melrose Park, IL (17 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (17 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Remote Work

Associate Counsel

  • Downers Grove, IL (8 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (8 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

As an Associate Counsel with Travelers you'll be responsible for high quality, proactive case handling and will have the opportunity to develop your legal expertise and litigation skills working under...

Associate General Counsel-Litigation

  • Lombard, IL (12 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lombard, IL (12 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Primary responsibility for Companys Auto and General Liability claims litigation portfolio including outside counsel management; post-incident remediation measures and related considerations; internal...

Associate General Counsel

  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of business contract review and negotiation, mergers and acquisitions, and litigation, in addition to general corporate law expertise....

Assistant General Counsel - Employment

  • Aurora, IL (11 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Aurora, IL (11 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Know Your Rights: Privacy Notice for California Applicants: Responsibilities The Assistant General Counsel - Employment must be a seasoned employment attorney with experience in both litigation and...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Bolingbrook, IL 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 Bolingbrook, IL
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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