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Attorney: Represent NYS, State & Federal Litigation (3897)

Office of the New York State Attorney General

BUFFALO, NY · HybridJob$87–186K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$87–186K/yr
Location
BUFFALO, NYHybrid
Work Authorization
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New York Bar Admission

Job overview

The Office of the New York State Attorney General seeks an experienced litigator for its Buffalo Regional Office. The office represents New York State, its agencies, and officers in federal and state court litigation and handles consumer, charities, and social and economic justice matters. Applicants must have at least three years of litigation experience, be admitted to practice law in New York, reside or intend to reside in the state, and be U.S. citizens.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

LitigationFederal Court LitigationWritingAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsNegotiationSupervisory SkillsCourt of ClaimsMental Hygiene Law

Qualifications

3+ Years Litigation ExperienceNew York Bar AdmissionU.S. CitizenshipNew York State Residency2-Year Employment Commitment

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Regional Offices DivisionBuffalo Regional Office Assistant Attorney GeneralReference No. BUF_AAG_3897Application Deadline is September 18, 2026Salary Range: $87,356 - $186,493 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 serve in the Buffalo Regional Office (RO). The RO represents the state, its agencies, and officers in a wide range of federal and state court litigation, as well as handling consumer, charities, and social and economic justice matters. Applicants must have a minimum of three (3) years of litigation experience, preferably including experience in federal courts. Applicants must be capable of handling all phases of an investigation and litigation, from commencement through trial, and must have strong writing, analytical, organizational, negotiation and supervisory skills. Familiarity with the Court of Claims and/or Mental Hygiene Law is also 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 - $186,493. To learn more about attorney compensation, please visit the following page: ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdfAs 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 ApplyApplications must be submitted online via this link: https://lgr.ag.ny.gov/ords/f?p=136:10:::::P10\_LGR\_JOB\_ID,P10\_POSITIONTYPE,P10\_LGR\_WRITING\_SAMPLE\_IND:7075,7,YApplicants 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 OAGs ability to better serve the diverse population of this state. * Resume * Legal Writing Sample * Reference List: Submit a list of three (3) 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. The OAG provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have questions regarding a position with OAG, the application process, or need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Legal Recruitment via email at [email protected] or phone at 212-416-8080.For more information about OAG, please visit our website: ag.ny.gov

How this job compares

Set against the 2,246 open Attorney jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$87–186K/yr
  • New York median$93–169K/yr281 salary ranges
  • US median$108–180K/yr1,448 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $137K, is close to the New York median midpoint ($136K) — in the middle half of Attorney salary ranges in New York.

Openings
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Attorney postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (1,523 postings).
Education
1,362 of the 2,246 open Attorney jobs (61%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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