What Is a Corporate General Counsel?
A General Counsel (GC) is the chief legal officer of a company, responsible for overseeing all legal matters and acting as the primary legal advisor to executive leadership.
The General Counsel typically reports directly to:
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Board of Directors
- Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Their job is not limited to legal review. Instead, they play a strategic leadership role across the organization.