Project Attorney

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

Job summary

The Office of the New York State Attorney General seeks a Project Attorney for an 18-month term in the Adults Survivors Act (ASA) Unit in New York City. The attorney will litigate ASA claims against the state and collaborate with a statewide team to develop consistent strategies.

The role requires strong trial experience and rigorous litigation capability. Applicants must have at least three years of post-graduate legal experience, be admitted to the New York bar, reside in NY, and commit to a

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of post-graduate legal experience including civil and/or criminal trial work.
• Must reside in New York and be admitted to the New York bar.
• Experience defending or prosecuting sexual assault cases is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation from inception through trial.
• Draft pleadings and papers; motion practice including research and oral arguments.
• Manage discovery, depositions, and expert witnesses; negotiate settlements; prepare for trial and mediation.

Skills

Civil and/or criminal trial experience

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Negotiation

Education

Admitted to New York bar

Job description

Project Attorney (18-Month Term Position)

Reference No. ASA_NYC_PA_3915

Application Deadline is October 23, 2026

Salary Range: $87,356 - $186,494 + $4,150 in location pay

The Office of the New York State Attorney General is seeking a skilled attorney who has civil and/or criminal trial experience for its Adult Survivors Act (ASA) Unit in New York City. The selected attorney will be hired as a Project Attorney for an 18-month term with the possibility to extend for an additional 12 months. The Project Attorney will ensure ASA claims made against the state of New York are properly litigated and defended in the Court of Claims. While the Project Attorney will be assigned to handle cases in a specific region, they will work collaboratively as a statewide team to develop and apply consistent litigation strategies to facilitate the efficient and effective defense of these claims.

Project Attorney responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, handling all phases of litigation from inception through trial, including drafting pleadings and papers; motion practice (including analysis, research, drafting, and oral arguments); the full range of discovery (including interrogatories, paper/electronic document discovery, and taking and defending depositions); selecting and working with expert witnesses; negotiating settlements; trial preparation; and representing the state of New York at mediation and trial.

Applicants must have at least three (3) years of post-graduate legal experience that includes civil and/or criminal trial experience. Applicants must be prepared to engage in handling the defense of tort actions, from commencement through discovery, motions, trial, and disposition. Strong legal research, writing, analysis, negotiation, oral advocacy, and organizational skills are also required. Experience defending or prosecuting sexual assault cases, in a civil or criminal context, is a plus.

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 plus $4,150 in location pay. 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 diversebackgrounds 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