Attorney: Represent NYS’s Health & Human Services Agencies (3667)

Minimum Qualifications Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications:
At least three (3) years of post-graduate civil litigation experience in federal and New York state courts;
Excellent legal analysis, legal writing and editing, and oral advocacy skills;
Strong organizational, interpersonal communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills;
Comfort with and proficiency using technology to complete legal work, including knowledge of and experience with various computer software programs and case management and electronic discovery platforms; and
Prior complex litigation and trial experience are preferred, but not required.
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. Prior admission, or eligibility for admission, to the United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York is also required for this position. 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.

Duties Description The Health and Human Services Practice Group (HHSPG) of the Litigation Bureau in the Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced litigator to serve in the New York City office.
The Litigation Bureau defends the State of New York and its agencies and officials in federal and state courts. The Bureaus cases are often high profile, frequently present complex questions of constitutional law and statutory interpretation, and generally have significant policy and financial implications for the State. The Bureau, one of the largest within the OAG, offers a diverse and stimulating practice with attorneys handling all phases of litigation from inception through trial. This position provides an excellent opportunity for both experienced and newer attorneys to continue developing their litigation and trial skills.
The HHSPG is comprised of three (3) Sections that principally represent:
1) the States public health agencies, including the Department of Health, the Office of the Medicaid Inspector General, and the Office of Professional Medical Conduct;
2) the States mental health agencies, including the Office of Mental Health, the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, and the Office of Addiction Services and Supports; and
3) the States social service agencies, including the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, the Department of Health, and the Office of Children and Family Services.
Attorneys are assigned to a Section within the HHSPG, and each Section is led by a Section Chief and a Deputy Section Chief. This structure affords HHSPG attorneys significant access to and support from supervising attorneys, as well as opportunities for collaboration with peer attorneys, all while independently defending complex cases in federal and state court. HHSPG attorneys participate in all phases of litigation from inception to trial and frequently appear in court. HHSPG attorneys also engage in significant motion practice, often addressing issues of first impression in challenges to state statutes, regulations, and policies related to such complex social issues as vaccination requirements, First Amendment rights, physician discipline, child welfare, ADA integration mandates, and access to medical treatment and social services. HHSPG attorneys work on a number of class actions and complex litigations concerning challenges to important governmental programs in these areas as well.

Additional Comments As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State through a wide variety of occupations. To learn more about Assistant Attorney General compensation, please visit the following page: https://ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf. We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, the OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.

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