Mid Level General Counsel and Company Secretary Jobs
Mid level general counsel and company secretary jobs go to legal professionals ready to own compliance programs, advise leadership independently, and manage governance obligations with minimal oversight. Hiring runs across Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like UPMC, Kiernan Trebach, and NYU Langone Health competing for general counsel and company secretary talent at this level now.
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Kiernan Trebach LLP | Rockville, MD
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About the Firm
We are a Civil Litigation Defense Law Firm. Our mission is focused on a slow and sustainable growth process to create a diverse working environment while remaining sensitive to the needs of our employees and their families. Kiernan Trebach has become respected for our effective defense of clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to individuals and small business owners. We take pride in knowing our clients, understanding what they want, and exceeding their expectations.
The Role
We are seeking a SEASONED Litigation Legal Secretary/Assistantwith 5+ years of experience to join our team. Your role will be to join our team in our Rockville, MD office and support multiple lawyers' litigation matters in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
What You Will Do
As a Legal Secretary/Assistant in our Rockville, MD Office, the following duties would be expected of you:
- Processing of outgoing certified mail documents and subpoenas.
- Drafting and Formatting Letters and Legal Documents
- Scheduling Depositions
- Managing Travel Arrangements
- Time Entry
- Calendar Management
- E-Filing Motions and other Pleadings
- Organizing Discovery Materials
- Trial preparation
- Processing Records
- Billing Edits
- Managing Expense Reports
- Other General Office Administration Functions
What You Will Bring
Our ideal candidate will have 5+ years of relevant experience and the following credentials/skills:
- High School or GED
- Strong working knowledge of document preparation requirements and filing procedures for Court submissions in local Circuit and District Courts – DC, MD, and VA.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Proactive work style, taking initiative to anticipate attorney needs.
- Familiarity with document management systems.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Profit Sharing
- Medical Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Holiday Pay
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Schedules
Why You'll Love Us
At Kiernan Trebach LLP, we commit our talents and energy to continue a decades-long practice devoted to defense litigation and counseling the Firm's clients on issues that affect their potential for litigation. Kiernan Trebach represents clients on a national basis, and maintains twelve offices in nine states plus the District of Columbia, with local presence in several others. Our lawyers have appeared in the courts of over 35 states and territories.
Equal Opportunity Statement
**Kiernan Trebach LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, ethnic background, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability or genetic information.**
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Mid Level General Counsel and Company Secretary Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level general counsel and company secretary job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just support. Highlight work where you led compliance reviews, drafted board materials, or advised executives without close supervision. Tailor your application to show you can manage the full governance and legal function for a business unit, not just execute tasks assigned by senior counsel. Concrete examples of risk management or regulatory outcomes strengthen your case significantly.
Which companies hire mid level general counsel and company secretarys?
Companies hiring mid level general counsel and company secretarys right now include UPMC, Kiernan Trebach, and NYU Langone Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Mid-size companies and growth-stage organizations are especially active at this level, seeking professionals who can build governance frameworks without requiring heavy senior oversight.
How do I move up to a mid level general counsel and company secretary role?
The path runs through progressively broader ownership. Build from supporting senior counsel on discrete tasks to independently managing compliance calendars, board meeting cycles, and regulatory filings. Develop expertise in a specific area like securities law, corporate governance, or employment law, then demonstrate measurable impact, such as a policy you implemented or a risk you identified and resolved. That combination of specialization and initiative signals readiness for a mid level role.
Which industries hire the most mid level general counsel and company secretarys?
Mid Level general counsel and company secretary roles concentrate in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because their regulatory complexity, investor reporting obligations, and governance requirements create sustained demand for experienced in-house legal professionals.