Chief Counsel Salary in the United States

How much does a Chief Counsel make in the United States? The average Chief Counsel salary in the United States is $161,338 as of October 30, 2019, but the salary range typically falls between $135,834 and $203,421. 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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$135,834 to $203,421
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Legal Fellow
Niskanen Center -
The Fellow will report to Niskanen's senior staff attorney and chief counsel. With the supervision and guidance of senior staff, the Fellow will assume substantial responsibilities, including
LinkedIn - 9 days ago
CHIEF DEFENDER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE PRIVATE DEFENDER PROGRAM
San Mateo County Bar Association -
... counsel at public expense. The PDP is appointed by the San Mateo County Superior Court to ... The Chief Defender/Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors of the Bar Association and ...
LinkedIn - 5 days ago
Executive Assistant to COO & General Counsel
Career Group - New York , NY
Detail-oriented, self-starting Executive Assistant needed to support the General Counsel and COO at a Global Non-Profit. Looking for someone tech-savvy, with a great attitude and strong ...
ZipRecruiter - 8 days ago
Chief Operating Officer
Mat Su Health Foundation - Wasilla , AK
The COO • Helps to ensure compliance with all LLC Operating Agreements, Management Services Agreements, and policies, and works with legal counsel to address any deficits or compliance issues. • ...
Recruitology - 2 days ago
Chief Of Staff
CasaOne -
Chief of Staff will be responsible to ensure strategic project activities are streamlined and are ... He/ She will provide strategic counsel to key leaders within the organizations Responsibilities
LinkedIn - 2 days ago
Employee and Labor Relations Manager
Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) -
Government of the District of Columbia Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) Program Manager ... advising, counseling, analyzing, and investigating employee and labor relations matters. Other ...
LinkedIn - 6 days ago
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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Counsel in the United States. The base salary for Chief Counsel ranges from $135,834 to $203,421 with the average base salary of $161,338. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $155,594 to $261,294 with the average total cash compensation of $195,490.

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