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Attorney: Civil Litigation, Judgment Enforcement (3905)

Office of the New York State Attorney General

ALBANY, NYJob$87–186K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$87–186K/yr
Location
ALBANY, NY
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Requirements

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New York Bar Admission

Job overview

The Office of the New York State Attorney General seeks an Assistant Attorney General with judgment enforcement experience for its Oil Spill Unit in Albany. The unit litigates to recover state funds spent remediating unlawful petroleum discharges and reviews complex environmental remediation projects. The role handles litigation and judgment enforcement, negotiates resolutions, and supervises legal assistants and support staff.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Civil LitigationJudgment EnforcementDebtor-Creditor LawCaseload ManagementLegal AnalysisLegal ResearchLegal WritingOrganizationInterpersonal CommunicationProblem SolvingTeamwork

Qualifications

5+ Years Legal ExperienceNew York Bar AdmissionU.S. CitizenshipNew York ResidencyTwo-Year Employment Commitment

Benefits

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

Full job description

State Counsel Division Civil Recoveries Bureau AlbanyAssistant Attorney General, Oil Spill UnitReference No. CVB/OSU_ALB_ AAG_3905Application Deadline is October 2, 2026Salary Range: $87,356 - $186,493To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys The State Counsel Division in the Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a litigator with judgment enforcement experience to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Oil Spill Unit of the Civil Recoveries Bureau in Albany. The Oil Spill Unit conducts civil litigation, pursuant to Article 12 of the New York Navigation Law, to recover state monies expended to remediate unlawful petroleum discharges that occur within the territorial confines of New York state. Navigation Law cost-recovery claims require review and analysis of complex Department of Environmental Conservation remediation projects. The units cases also involve ancillary areas of law such as real property, contracts, bankruptcy, and Surrogates Court matters.Duties: Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and jury trials. Conduct all aspects of judgment enforcement, including investigations into the existence and collectability of assets; conducting post-judgment discovery, including depositions of judgment debtors and third parties; and commencing proceedings to recover assets, set aside fraudulent transfers, and obtain assets from judgment debtors or third parties. Negotiate resolutions of litigation through settlements and workout agreements. Supervise legal assistants and support staff engaged in judgment enforcement activities.Qualifications: At least five (5) years of legal experience. Experience and expertise in judgment enforcement, debtor/creditor law, and related litigation. Demonstrated ability to manage a large, complex caseload effectively. Excellent legal analysis, research, and writing skills. Strong organizational, interpersonal communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills. 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:7103,7,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 Samples: Please provide at least two writing samples that

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