Assistant Attorney General: Affirmative Litigation (3910)

State of New York; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of New York's Office of the Attorney General seeks attorneys capable of handling all phases of investigations and civil litigation from commencement through trial. Applicants must reside in New York, be admitted to the New York bar, and be a United States citizen under the Public Officers Law; a two-year commitment is required on hire.

Candidates should demonstrate strong writing, analytical, organizational, negotiation, and supervisory skills and at least two years of post-graduate

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) admitted to practice in New York.
• At least two years of post-graduate civil litigation experience.
• Residence in New York state or intent to establish residency.
• U.S. citizenship per Public Officers Law.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of investigations and litigation from commencement through trial.
• Demonstrate strong writing, analytical, organizational, negotiation, and supervisory skills.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal writing

Negotiation

Supervisory skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

NY Bar admission

Job description

Applicants must be capable of handling all phases of the investigations and litigation from commencement through trial and have strong writing, analytical, organizational, negotiation, and supervisory skills. A minimum of two (2) years of post-graduate civil litigation experience is preferred.

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.