Associate General Counsel

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia seeks an Associate General Counsel to provide legal advice to various units with a workload comprising 80% counseling and 20% other duties.

Ideal candidates should hold a J.D. degree and have a minimum of 2 years of related legal experience, along with membership in the Georgia State Bar. Furthermore, a strong background in higher education law is preferred. This full-time position offers standard work hours from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of related legal experience.
• Membership in the Georgia State Bar.
• Minimum of 7 years of legal experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and counseling to assigned units (≈80% of time).
• Perform other duties assigned by the General Counsel (≈20% of time).
• Represent the Office of Legal Affairs on committees and in meetings with top administrators.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to plan and manage a variety of tasks

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Associate General Counsel

Department: Legal Affairs

Location: Athens Area

Employment Type: Full Time (FTE 1.00)

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Salary: $125,000 - $145,000 (annual)

Start Date: Preferred August 1, 2026 (flexible)

Posting Number: S15221P

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and counseling to assigned units (≈80% of time)
• Perform other duties assigned by the General Counsel (≈20% of time)
• Represent the Office of Legal Affairs on committees and in meetings with top administrators
• Coordinate with the Attorney General’s Office on litigation matters
• Exercise a high level of independence and maintain subject‑matter expertise in assigned areas

Minimum Qualifications

• J.D. degree
• Minimum of 2 years of related legal experience
• Membership in the Georgia State Bar

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of legal experience, preferably in higher education law
• Strong academic credentials
• Admitted or immediately eligible for admission to practice law in Georgia
• Willingness to live or relocate to the Athens area

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to plan and manage a variety of tasks
• Experience working effectively with various constituents in a large public institution
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with sound judgment

Physical Demands

Sitting, standing, walking up and down stairs. No driving responsibilities.

Background and Credit Checks

Position requires background investigation and credit check.

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status.

Contact

Recruitment Contact: Lindsay Smith

Email: [e-mail]