General Counsel Jobs in Woonsocket, RI

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 Legal Counsel, IP Litigation

  • Uxbridge, MA (8 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Uxbridge, MA (8 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 11 hours ago

A Typical Day: Develop and manage global IP litigation strategies to advance our commercial objectives. Advocate our position in international IP litigation and administrative actions....

Executive Assistant to General Counsel and CMO

  • Needham, MA (23 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Needham, MA (23 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago

The Assistant will report directly to the General Counsel and will provide administrative and professional support to both the General Counsel and the Chief Marketing Officer....

Senior Counsel

  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Counsel and is part of the SCIEX Legal & Compliance Department located in Marlborough, Massachusetts and will be an on-site role....

Sr. IP Legal Counsel

  • Foxborough, MA (14 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Foxborough, MA (14 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent legal qualification from an accredited law school and in good standing with the bar(s) in state(s) where licensed to practice law....

Assistant General Counsel

  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Counsel and business leadership Maintain and grow relationships with vendors and title companies Assist Operations and Leadership in problem-solving and managing risk Manage communications and deliverables...

Assistant General Counsel, Privacy - At-Home Solutions

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 4 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

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 7 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

Legal Counsel - Commercial Contracts & Supply Chain

  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 15 days ago

You know the moment. Its the first notes of that song you love, the intro to your favorite movie, or simply the sound of someone you love saying hello. Its in these moments that sound matters...

Assistant General Counsel

  • Wrentham, MA (7 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wrentham, MA (7 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 15 days ago

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS\: Applicants must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, admission to the Massachusetts Bar and (A) at least three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience...

VP Legal Counsel

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 22 days ago

Counsel with a dotted line to the General Counsel....

Remote Work

Associate General Counsel - Securities Law and Corporate Governance

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 24 days ago

Job Summary\: The Associate General Counsel – Securities Law and Corporate Governance will work closely with our Senior Executive Counsel and professionals in our Finance and Investor Relations departments...

Senior Legal Counsel - Caremark

  • Wellesley, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Wellesley, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 24 days ago

or dispute resolution Experience managing and/or collaborating with outside counsel Preference will be given to candidates who reside in the east coast time zone Education Juris Doctor (JD) is required...

Associate General Counsel

  • Lincoln, RI (6 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lincoln, RI (6 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

Preference for legal generalist with commercial and corporate law experience but open to diverse background for specialists or litigators looking to broaden their experience....

Senior Legal Counsel - Global Regulatory Legal

  • Marlborough, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

Additional Location(s): US-MA-Marlborough; US-MN-Arden Hills; US-MN-Maple Grove Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific,...

Assistant General Counsel

  • Foxborough, MA (14 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Foxborough, MA (14 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

This job might be for you if: Juris Doctor from an accredited law school in the U.S. Bar admission in at least one state....

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Woonsocket, RI

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Woonsocket, RI 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 Woonsocket, RI
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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