Assistant Attorney General — Federal & State Litigation

Office of the New York State Attorney General; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid leave

health

dental

vision

retirement benefits

family-friendly policies

Workplace Flexibilities Program

telecommuting (up to two days per week

alternative work schedules

Job summary

The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Rochester Regional Office seeks a qualified litigator with federal court experience to join the civil litigation team. The attorney will represent New York state and agencies in state and federal courts, handling all phases from investigation to trial.

Applicants must have at least three years of litigation experience, reside in New York, be admitted to the NY bar, and commit to a two-year term.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of litigation experience in federal and New York state courts.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of investigations and litigation from inception through trial.
• Represent state of New York and its agencies in civil actions in state and federal courts.
• Work under supervision and collaborate with a team to defend state interests.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong writing

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Supervisory skills

Job description

The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Rochester Regional Office seeks a qualified litigator with federal court experience to join the civil litigation team. The attorney will represent New York state and agencies in state and federal courts, handling all phases from investigation to trial.

Applicants must have at least three years of litigation experience, reside in New York, be admitted to the NY bar, and commit to a two-year term.