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EMP Compensation Survey

115.000.120 - General Counsel

"This is the top legal position, with responsibility for determining the organization's legal posture and interests. Ensures that the business practices, policies and dealings of the organization meet regulatory requirements to protect the organization from legal actions. Protects the organization's legal rights with respect to competitive issues (e.g., trademarks, patents, copyrights, contractual arrangements, etc.). Manages legal defence, the interpretation and preparation of legal documents and provides counsel on legal matters. May also serve as Corporate Secretary (Position 110.100.130). Typically reports to the Chief Executive Officer (Position 100.000.112). Organizations that are a subsidiary, group or division should not match to this position. This is generally a single incumbent position."