Assistant Attorney General

Bar Association of Erie County; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Health benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Telecommuting (up to two days per week

Alternative work schedules

Job summary

The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) Buffalo Regional Office is seeking an experienced trial attorney to represent the state in the Court of Claims and in related actions across a wide range of claims, including highway design, premises liability, medical malpractice, and contract disputes.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of solid trial experience, admission to the New York bar, and the ability to manage a large caseload with strong research, writing, negotiation,

Qualifications

• Solid trial experience in State or federal court environments.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to negotiate, advocate, and manage a busy caseload.

Responsibilities

• Represent the State in the Court of Claims and related litigation.
• Handle a wide range of claims including highway design, premises liability, medical malpractice, and contracts.
• Maintain court-ready files with thorough analysis and timely filings.

Skills

Trial experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Education

Admitted to practice law in New York

Job description

Regional Offices Division

Buffalo Regional Office

Assistant Attorney General

Reference No. BUF_AAG/CLAIMS_3919

Applications Deadline is November 13, 2026

Salary Range: $87,356 – $186,494

The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Buffalo Regional Office is seeking an experienced trial attorney to represent the state of New York and its agencies in the Court of Claims in a wide variety of litigation, including claims involving highway design, premises liability, unjust conviction, medical malpractice, breach of contract, and fleet claims involving state vehicles. The selected attorney will also be defending state employees in tort actions brought in State Supreme Court, and actions brought against them in federal court pursuant to 42 U.S.C. §1983.

We are seeking an attorney with at least three (3) years of solid trial experience to defend the state and its employees in these actions, from commencement through trial. Trial experience is required, and the ability to manage a large caseload is essential. Strong legal research, writing, analysis, negotiation, oral advocacy, and organizational skills are also required.

Applicants must reside in (or intend to soon become a resident of) New York state and be admitted to practice law in New York state. In addition, the Public Officers Law requires that OAG attorneys be citizens of the United States. A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.

The salary range for this position is $87,356 – $186,494. To learn more about attorney compensation, please visit the following page: ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf

As an employee of OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our state through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York state benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

For more information about OAG, please visit our website: ag.ny.gov