Associate Attorney: Civil Litigation, Federal & State Court(3684)

Minimum Qualifications Qualifications:
Applicants must have a minimum of four (4) years of post-graduation civil ligation experience in federal and state court;
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
Applicants with prior complex litigation and trial experience are preferred.

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.

Duties Description The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced litigator to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Rochester Regional Office. The Regional Office represents the State, its agencies, officers, and employees in a wide range of federal and state court litigation, as well as handles consumer, charities, and social and economic justice matters. The Regional Office offers a diverse and stimulating litigation practice with attorneys handling all phases of litigation from inception through trial.

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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