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Senior General Counsel Construction Jobs in Decatur, GA

Atlanta Housing Authority

Associate Counsel I

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$97.70 - $122.20/hr

Office of General Counsel Reports to: General Counsel Salary Grade: Q Salary Range: 97,700 - 122 ... Prior experience supporting Boards of Commissioners, executive and senior leadership in a complex ...

Global Payments

Associate General Counsel

Atlanta, GA · On-site

We're looking for an Associate General Counsel to join our ever-evolving Corporate Legal team and ... decision-making at senior leadership levels. * Excellent communication, negotiation, and ...

Cousins Properties

Corporate Counsel

Atlanta, GA · On-site

General Counsel. This position is located in Atlanta, Georgia. This is an on-site position. This is ... construction and capital project contracts, licensing and access agreements, NDAs, consulting ...

CRH

Senior Counsel - Contracts & Litigation

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Senior Counsel - Contracts & Litigation CRH Americas Corporate Atlanta, Georgia, United States Job ... General knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations governing the construction industry. * Working ...

BGRE

Associate, Counsel

Atlanta, GA · On-site

S. Logistics legal team and will support the team's General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel and ... and construction agreements, easements, REAs, license and/or access agreements. * Negotiate ...

BGRE

Associate, Counsel

Atlanta, GA · On-site

S. Logistics legal team and will support the team's General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel and ... and construction agreements, easements, REAs, license and/or access agreements. * Negotiate ...

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How much do senior general counsel construction jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior general counsel construction in Decatur, GA is $159,129.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $136,200.00 and $185,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior General Counsel Construction vs Construction Lawyer?

AspectSenior General Counsel ConstructionConstruction Lawyer
CredentialsJD, bar admission, extensive legal experience in construction lawJD, bar admission, specialized in construction law
Work EnvironmentIn-house legal department, corporate settingLaw firms, legal consultancy
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction companies, large corporationsLegal firms, consulting agencies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding senior legal roles in constructionLegal expertise in construction law

The Senior General Counsel Construction typically holds a senior in-house legal position within construction firms, focusing on corporate legal strategy and high-level negotiations. In contrast, a Construction Lawyer usually works in law firms or as a consultant, providing legal advice on construction projects. Both roles require strong legal credentials and expertise in construction law, but their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Senior General Counsel Construction job openings in Decatur, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $159,129 per year, or $76.5 per hour.

Senior General Liability Attorney

Wilson Elser - Attorneys

Atlanta, GA • Hybrid

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Wilson Elser's Atlanta office is currently seeking a Senior General Liability Attorney with experience in general liability, premises, products, transportation, employment, or insurance. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys with 8+ years of litigation experience, to grow in their careers with exposure to a wide variety of prominent national clients and by taking on substantial litigation responsibilities. Working directly with in-house counsel, the attorney in this role will have the exciting opportunity to interact directly with sophisticated clients that we represent, as well as with teams of our own talented, experienced professionals.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Senior General Liability Attorney position in our Atlanta, GA office.

This is a hybrid position offering great flexibility. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Independently manage a complex defense litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including trial, mediation, or negotiated settlement
  • Develop and implement case strategy, including early case assessment, motion practice, discovery planning, and trial preparation
  • Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda in state and federal courts
  • Take and defend depositions, manage written discovery, and work closely with expert witnesses throughout the litigation process
  • Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other dispute resolution proceedings
  • Provide strategic legal advice and regular case status updates to clients, including in-house counsel and insurance representatives
  • Collaborate with partners and colleagues across offices on complex litigation matters and multi-jurisdictional cases
  • Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and legal support staff as appropriate
  • Participate in trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit management, and trial strategy development
  • Maintain strong client relationships while delivering high-quality legal work and responsive client service

Qualifications

  • JD from an ABA accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in the state of Georgia
  • 8+ years of defense litigation experience
  • Experience with litigation involving general liability, premises, products, transportation, employment, or insurance preferred.
  • Superior analytical skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Sophisticated technical skills necessary
  • First chair trial experience a plus 

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