
Attorney: Investigate and Litigate Affirmative Cases (3921)
Albany, NY · HybridFull-time$87–186K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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The New York State Office of the Attorney General seeks an Assistant Attorney General based in Albany to develop and litigate affirmative proceedings involving areas such as consumer protection, civil rights, and social justice. The role also includes state counsel functions, representing the state, its agencies, and officers in civil litigation. The attorney participates in investigations and litigation from strategic planning through trial.
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NY HELPS No
55-b/c Eligible No
Agency Attorney General, Office of the
Title Attorney: Investigate and Litigate Affirmative Cases (3921)
Occupational Category Legal
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary Range From $87356 to $186493 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 Albany
Street Address The Capitol
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12224
Duties Description Regional Offices DivisionPoughkeepsie Regional Office—AlbanyAssistant Attorney GeneralReference No. POU_AAG_3921Application Deadline is November 20, 2026Salary Range: $87,356 - $186,494 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 (OAG) is seeking a litigator to serve in the Poughkeepsie Regional Office (RO) as an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) based in Albany. This position would primarily involve development and litigation of affirmative proceedings in areas such as consumer protection, civil rights, and social justice, as well as state counsel functions. The AAG would be involved in all stages of investigation and litigation, including strategic planning, issuing subpoenas, conducting depositions, drafting commencement documents, negotiating settlements, and conducting trials. Additionally, the RO represents the state, its agencies, and officers in a wide range of civil litigation pending in state courts.
Minimum Qualifications Applicants must be capable of handling all phases of the investigations and litigation from commencement through trial and have strong writing, analytical, organizational, negotiation, and supervisory skills. A minimum of two (2) years of postgraduate civil litigation experience is 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.
Additional Comments The salary range for this position is $87,356 - $186,494. 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 https://lgr.ag.ny.gov/ords/f?p=136:10:::::P10\_LGR\_JOB\_ID,P10\_POSITIONTYPE,P10\_LGR\_WRITING\_SAMPLE\_IND:7251,7,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
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
- Olive Jobs lists 363 open Attorney jobs in New York and 2,246 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in New York
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- Experience
- Attorney postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (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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