Economic Justice Division

Antitrust Bureau – New York City

Assistant Attorneys General

Reference No. ANT_NYC_AAG_3752

Applications considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.*

Salary Range: $81,159 - $173,265 + $3,400 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 attorneys to join its Antitrust Bureau in New York City as Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs). The OAG is committed to protecting New Yorkers by robustly enforcing state and federal laws that protect consumers, workers, and businesses and prohibit corporate abuse. The selected attorneys will advance economic justice in New York state by directly contributing to the Antitrust Bureau’s critical and ongoing enforcement work. The Antitrust Bureau’s mission is to enforce federal and state antitrust laws on behalf of New York and its citizens and to promote and protect the competitive process and the New York economy.

The Antitrust Bureau is engaged in the full range of antitrust issues, including price-fixing, bid-rigging, horizontal and vertical restraints, monopolization, and mergers. Additionally, the Antitrust Bureau works closely with other state antitrust enforcers on matters of regional or national impact, and with the United States Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission. 

Duties:

·       Developing and implementing strategy for investigations;

·       Drafting and negotiating subpoenas and information requests to gather evidence;

·       Interviewing potential witnesses and targets and taking testimony;

·       Reviewing documentary and economic evidence and formulating potential legal theories;

·       Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court documents;

·       Arguing motions and participating in trials;

·       Managing all aspects of electronic discovery;

·       Working with economists and other expert witnesses; and

·       Negotiating settlements where appropriate.

Qualifications:

·       Applicants must have two (2) or more years of legal experience including antitrust, complex litigation, or investigations;

·       Excellent writing, analytic, and communication skills;

·       Familiarity and experience with antitrust precedents and issues;

·       Highly collaborative and motivated, with strong interpersonal and relationship management skills; and

·       Ability and willingness to engage in every part of an investigation, trial, settlement, or appeal—from drafting to leading a team.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

·       Deposition experience;

·       Trial experience;

·       Plaintiff-side antitrust experience;

·       Experience and familiarity with economics used in antitrust cases; and

·       Experience with e-discovery technology and process.

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.

*For this position, the Antitrust Bureau will consider applications from attorneys who are in the process of being admitted to practice law in New York state.

The salary range for this position is $81,159 - $173,265 + $3,400 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 diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted online. Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:

·       Cover Letter: You may address your letter to the Legal Recruitment Unit. Indicate why you are interested in this position and what makes you a strong candidate. You may wish to include information about what life experiences you will bring to the position that will enhance OAG’s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.

·       Resume

·       Legal Writing Sample

·       List of three (3) references: Only submit professional references, supervisory references are preferred. For each reference, indicate the nature and duration of your relationship. Include contact information and email addresses for each reference. Please note that your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the position.