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Office of the New York State Attorney General

As head of the Department of Law, the Attorney General is both the “People's Lawyer” and the State's chief legal officer. As the “People's Lawyer,” the Attorney General serves as the guardian of the legal rights of the citizens of New York, its organizations and its natural resources. In fulfilling the duties of the State’s chief legal counsel, the Attorney General not only advises the Executive branch of State government, but also defends actions and proceedings on behalf of the State.

The Attorney General serves all New Yorkers in numerous matters affecting their daily lives.The Attorney General's Office is charged with the statutory and common law powers to protect consumers and investors, charitable donors, the public health and environment, civil rights, and the rights of wage-earners and businesses across the State.

The Attorney General's authority also includes the activities and investigations of the State Organized Crime Task Force and Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. While the Attorney General acts independently of the Governor, the Governor or a state agency may request the Attorney General to undertake specific criminal investigations and prosecutions.

The legal functions of the Department of Law are divided primarily into five major divisions: Appeals and Opinions, State Counsel, Criminal Justice, Economic Justice and Social Justice.

Over 1,800 employees, including over 700 attorneys, as well as forensic accountants, legal assistants, scientists, investigators, and support staff, serve in the Office of the Attorney General in many locations across New York State.

May 13, 2025
Full time
Assistant Attorney General, NYC Litigation Bureau (3784)
$81,159 - $177,265 yearly
Office of the New York State Attorney General Hybrid (New York, NY, USA)
State Counsel Division Litigation Bureau – New York City Assistant Attorney General Reference No. LIT_NYC_AAG_3784 Application Deadline: June 13, 2025 Salary Range: $81,159 - $173,265 + $4,000 in location pay To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys   The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking experienced litigators to serve as Assistant Attorneys General in the Litigation Bureau (New York City office). The bureau represents and defends the state of New York and its agencies, officials, and employees in civil actions and proceedings in federal and state courts involving a range of subject areas arising out of state legislation, regulations, and operations. The bureau’s cases are often high profile, frequently present complex questions of constitutional law and statutory and regulatory interpretation, and...
May 13, 2025
Full time
Trial Attorney: Defend Med Malpractice Cases for NYS (3777)
$81,159 - $173,265 yearly
Office of the New York State Attorney General Hybrid (Syracuse, NY, USA)
Regional Affairs Division Syracuse Regional Office Assistant Attorney General Reference No. SYR_AAG_MM_3777 Application Deadline: Accepted on a Rolling Basis Until Position is Filled Salary Range: $81, 159 - $173,265 To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys   The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Syracuse Regional Office is seeking a trial attorney to defend medical malpractice cases. The Syracuse Regional Office represents the state of New York and its agencies in the Court of Claims and its employees in state Supreme Court. The selected candidate will defend the state in medical malpractice actions, from commencement through trial, with post-trial briefs often required.    We are seeking an attorney with at least four to five (4-5) years of solid medical malpractice litigation experience, including...
May 13, 2025
Full time
Attorney: Transactions & Litigation, Charities Bureau (3781)
$81,159 - $177,265 yearly
Office of the New York State Attorney General Hybrid (New York, NY, USA)
Social Justice Division Charities Bureau, Transactions Section – New York City Assistant Attorney General Reference No. CHA/TS_NYC_AAG_3781 Application Deadline: May 23, 2025 Salary Range: $81,159 - $173,265 + $4,000 in location pay To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys   The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Charities Bureau , the primary regulator of New York’s charities sector, is seeking an attorney with transactional and litigation experience to serve as an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) in the bureau’s Transactions Section in the New York City office. The selected candidate will join a team of attorneys who are responsible for reviewing and approving complex transactions involving the disposition of assets for religious and non-religious charities in the five boroughs.   The New York...
Apr 29, 2025
Full time
Attorney w/Criminal Appellate or Clerkship Experience (3780)
$81,159 - $176,665 yearly
Office of the New York State Attorney General Hybrid (New York, NY, USA)
Solicitor General Division Criminal Appeals & Federal Habeas Corpus Bureau – New York City Assistant Attorney General Reference No. CAFHC_NYC_AAG_3780 Applications Accepted on a Rolling Basis Until Position is Filled Salary Range: $81,159 - $173,265 + $3,400 in location pay To be considered, you must submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys   The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an attorney to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Criminal Appeals and Federal Habeas Corpus Bureau . The bureau represents the state in all appellate litigation arising from criminal prosecutions brought by OAG, including cases brought by the Public Integrity Bureau, the Criminal Enforcement and Financial Crimes Bureau, the Organized Crime Task Force, and the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, and must be provided an opportunity to intervene in any case in which the...
Apr 23, 2025
Full time
Attorney: Federal/State Court Litigator for NYS (3783)
$81,159 - $177,265 yearly
Office of the New York State Attorney General Hybrid (Syracuse, NY, USA)
Regional Offices Division Syracuse Regional Office Assistant Attorney General Reference No. SYR_AAG_3783 Application Deadline: May 16, 2025 Salary Range: $81,159 - $173,265 + $4,000 in location pay To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys   The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced litigator to work in its Syracuse Regional Office . The Regional Office represents the state, its agencies, and officers in a wide range of federal and state court litigation, affirmative and defensive. The selected attorney will handle all phases of litigation from commencement through trial.    Applicants must have at least three (3) years of litigation experience. Trial experience is required, and personal injury experience is a plus. Familiarity with federal court practice and/or civil rights claims is also a plus....
Apr 23, 2025
Full time
Attorney: Handle Red Flag Cases, Prevent Gun Violence (3782)
$81,159 - $177,265 yearly
Office of the New York State Attorney General Hybrid (New York, NY, USA)
Regional Offices Division Extreme Risk Protection Order Unit – Harlem Assistant Attorney General Reference No. ERPO_HRO_AAG_3782 Application Deadline: May 16, 2025 Salary Range: $81,159 - $173,265 + $4,000 in location pay To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys     The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is hiring a talented and motivated attorney to work on a statewide initiative to protect New Yorkers from gun violence. In 2022, Governor Hochul signed Executive Order 19 which directs the New York State Police (NYSP) to file Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs). The OAG is charged with representing the NYSP in final ERPO hearings held in Supreme Courts throughout the state. ERPOs are a critical part of New York’s efforts to promote public safety and keep its residents safe from gun violence. This position offers an...
Apr 14, 2025
Full time
Special Counsel: Focus is Advancing LGBTQIA Rights (3770)
$81,159 - $177,256 yearly
Office of the New York State Attorney General Hybrid (New York, NY, USA)
Social Justice Division Special Counsel – New York City Reference No. SJD_NYC_SC_3770 Application Deadline: Applications Considered on a Rolling Basis* Salary Range: $81,159 - $173,265 + $4,000 in location pay To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys   *Please be advised that applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.   The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced litigator and advocate to serve as a Special Counsel focused on advancing LGBTQIA rights. This position will report to the Civil Rights Bureau Chief and will be located at the New York City office.     The Special Counsel will collaborate with teams across OAG to analyze federal policy and lead responses to federal...
Mar 28, 2025
Full time
Attorney: Handle NYS Red Flag Cases, Prevent Gun Violence (3773)
$81,159 - $173,265 yearly
Office of the New York State Attorney General Hybrid (Plattsburgh, NY, USA)
Regional Affairs Division Extreme Risk Protection Order Unit – Plattsburgh Assistant Attorney General Reference No. ERPO_PLA_AAG_3773 Application Deadline: Applications Considered on a Rolling Basis* Salary Range: $81,159 - $173,265 To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys   * Please be advised that applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.     The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is hiring a talented and motivated attorney to work on a statewide initiative to protect New Yorkers from gun violence. In 2022, Governor Hochul signed Executive Order 19 which directs the New York State Police (NYSP) to file Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs). The OAG is charged with representing the...