General Counsel Salary in San Francisco, California

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General Counsel Salary in San Francisco, CA

How much does a General Counsel make in San Francisco, CA? The average General Counsel salary in San Francisco, CA is $479,790 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $407,390 and $569,590. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile General Counsel Salary $341,474 San Francisco,CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile General Counsel Salary $407,390 San Francisco,CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile General Counsel Salary $479,790 San Francisco,CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile General Counsel Salary $569,590 San Francisco,CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile General Counsel Salary $651,348 San Francisco,CA March 26, 2024
25% $407,390 10% $341,474 90% $651,348 75% $569,590 $479,790 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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    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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