How much does a General Counsel make in Alabama? The average General Counsel salary in Alabama is $351,690 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $298,590 and $417,590. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

General Counsel Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile General Counsel Salary $250,245 AL February 26, 2024
25th Percentile General Counsel Salary $298,590 AL February 26, 2024
50th Percentile General Counsel Salary $351,690 AL February 26, 2024
75th Percentile General Counsel Salary $417,590 AL February 26, 2024
90th Percentile General Counsel Salary $477,589 AL February 26, 2024
25% $298,590 10% $250,245 90% $477,589 75% $417,590 $351,690 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The General Counsel reviews changes to law and regulations and advises management about any impact to the business. Plans and directs all aspects of an organization's legal affairs and ensures all business policies and activities are managed correctly and in compliance with current laws. Being a General Counsel leads the defense of the organization in lawsuits and the prosecution of lawsuits on behalf of the organization against others. Provides guidance and counsel to management on business transactions and initiatives. In addition, General Counsel ensures that all company communications, contracts, documents, filings and press releases undergo a legal review. May engage and coordinate with outside counsel for certain matters. Requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Typically reports to CEO. Responsible for the development of functional or business unit strategy for the entire organization. Defines corporate vision and strategy establishes company direction and focus. Executes multiple high impact initiatives to achieve overall corporate goals. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Georgiana, AL Avg. Salary $340,240 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Tanner, AL Avg. Salary $355,503 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Abbeville, AL Avg. Salary $326,754 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Abernant, AL Avg. Salary $357,091 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adamsville, AL Avg. Salary $361,295 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Addison, AL Avg. Salary $349,435 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adger, AL Avg. Salary $357,490 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Akron, AL Avg. Salary $356,039 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alabaster, AL Avg. Salary $359,254 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alberta, AL Avg. Salary $348,038 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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