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Attorney: Transactions Section, Charities Bureau (3920)

New York State Civil Service

New York, NY · HybridFull-time$87–186K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$87–186K/yr
Location
New York, NYHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

New York Bar Admission

Job overview

The New York State Attorney General’s Charities Bureau seeks an Assistant Attorney General for its Transactions Section in New York City. The attorney will review and approve complex charity transactions, manage a caseload, analyze transactional documents, and represent OAG in court matters when appropriate. The role also includes meetings with counsel and public outreach presentations. Applicants with prior litigation or nonprofit experience are strongly preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Corporate MattersTransactionsReal Estate MattersLitigationNonprofit ExperienceLegal ResearchAnalytical SkillsCommunicationOrganizational SkillsClear Persuasive WritingIndependent Work

Qualifications

Five Years ExperienceNew York Bar AdmissionU.S. CitizenshipNew York State ResidencyTwo Year Commitment

Benefits

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

Full job description

NY HELPS No

55-b/c Eligible No

Agency Attorney General, Office of the

Title Attorney: Transactions Section, Charities Bureau (3920)

Occupational Category Legal

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary Range From $91506 to $190644 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Internship No

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County New York

Street Address 28 Liberty St

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10005

Duties Description Social Justice Division Charities Bureau, Transactions Section – New York City Assistant Attorney GeneralReference No. CHA/TS_NYC_AAG_3920Application Deadline is November 20, 2026Salary Range: $87,356 - $186,494 + $4,150 in location pay To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneysThe Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Charities Bureau, the primary regulator of New York’s charities sector, is seeking an attorney with transactional experience to serve as an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) in the bureau’s Transactions Section in New York City. The selected candidate will join a team of attorneys who are responsible for reviewing and approving complex transactions involving the disposition of assets, mergers, and dissolutions for charities in the five boroughs.The New York Not-for-Profit Corporation Law and the New York Religious Corporations Law are among the most well-developed statutes in the country covering this area of law and the Charities Bureau is a national leader in effective regulation of charitable entities. When charities plan to transfer, lease, or otherwise dispose of their assets, or to merge or dissolve, approval is required from OAG or the New York State Supreme Court (where OAG appears as a statutory party). Attorneys from the bureau’s Transactions Section work to assure that organizations receive fair value, assets are adequately protected, and the interests of charitable beneficiaries and the public are served. Recent examples of matters that have come before the Transactions Section include: a request to bifurcate the sale of a nursing home between its real property and business assets; a redevelopment of a house of worship’s property to build affordable housing; a proposed integration of two hospital systems; transferring assets when the corporate entity is not a proper steward of the assets due to governance concerns; and addressing the nonperformance of a real estate developer regarding multiple church properties. The AAG will manage their own caseload and be responsible for reviewing transactional documents such as purchase and sale agreements, appraisals, governance documents, financial statements, loan agreements, and merger agreements. A strong ability to analyze statutes and caselaw is needed. When transactions are in New York State Supreme Court, the AAG will also draft court documents and appear on behalf of OAG when appropriate. The AAG will conduct virtual and in-person meetings with counsel regarding the matters they are handling. Additionally, AAGs participate in presentations to the public as part of the bureau’s outreach programs in support of New York state charitable organizations. Applicants may familiarize themselves with the work of the Charities Bureau through the guidance documents posted online here.

Minimum Qualifications Applicants should have a minimum of five (5) years of experience handling corporate matters, transactions, and/or real estate matters. Applicants with prior litigation and/or non-profit experience are strongly preferred. Applicants must possess excellent research, analytical, communication, and organizational skills and write clearly and persuasively. Additionally, applicants should be dedicated and motivated attorneys who can work independently and interact with a diverse group of colleagues, members of the public, outside attorneys, and other government regulators. 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.

Additional Comments The salary range for this position is $87,356 - $186,494 plus $4,150 in location pay. 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.

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Name Legal Recruitment Unit

Telephone 2124168080

Fax

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street NYS Office of the Attorney General

Legal Recruitment Bureau - 28 Liberty St

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10005

Notes on Applying Applications 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:7248,7,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 OAG’s 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 for 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

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