Associate Attorney

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

Application Deadline is November 20, 2026

Salary Range: $87,356 - $186,494

The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a litigator with experience in federal court to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Rochester Regional Office (RO). The RO engages in state counsel representation, involving the representation and defense of the state of New York and its agencies, officials, and employees in state and federal courts in civil actions and proceedings involving public employment, public health, law enforcement, corrections, state finance, insurance, taxation, mental hygiene, and other litigation matters arising out of state legislation, regulations, and operations. The RO also engages in the defense of claims brought against the state of New York and its agencies in the Court of Claims. The RO offers a diverse and stimulating litigation practice with attorneys handling all phases of litigation from inception through trial and having frequent opportunities to appear in court.

Applicants must have a minimum of three (3) years of litigation experience in federal and New York state courts. Applicants must be capable of handling all phases of an investigation and litigation, from commencement through trial, and must have strong writing, analytical, organizational, negotiation, and supervisory skills.

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.

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.

• paid leave
• health
• dental
• vision
• retirement benefits
• family-friendly policies
• Workplace Flexibilities Program
• telecommuting (up to two days per week)
• 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