The average salary for remote general counsel is $184,171 per year. This is based on data from 1,919 job openings. Our advanced AI searches the internet for remote job openings and posts them on our website. We use the salary data from these job postings to calculate salary expectations.

Below is a breakdown of salary data by years of experience:

Experience	Number of roles analyzed	Average Salary
🟢 Junior General Counsel (1-2 yrs)	346	$158,988
🟡 Mid-level General Counsel (2-4 yrs)	623	$171,756
🟠 Senior General Counsel (5-9 yrs)	818	$201,955
🔴 Lead General Counsel (10+ yrs)	132	$198,566

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You need strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a solid understanding of corporate law, compliance, and risk management. Adaptability to remote communication tools is also important.

Typically, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and a valid state bar license. Extensive experience in corporate law or a related field is often required, along with a proven track record in legal counsel roles. Additional certifications in relevant areas can be advantageous.

Responsibilities include providing legal advice to management, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, drafting and reviewing contracts, managing disputes, and overseeing corporate governance. You will also need to stay updated with legal trends and potential risks affecting the business.

Benefits include flexible work hours, the ability to work from any location, reduced commuting time and costs, and a greater work-life balance. Remote work allows for diverse collaborations and the opportunity to work with organizations globally.

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