Assistant Attorneys General, Plattsburgh RO (PLR_AAG_3584)
The Office of the New York State Attorney General's (OAG) Plattsburgh Regional Office is seeking an attorney to handle investigations, enforcement actions, affirmative litigation and to collaborate on statewide initiatives. The selected attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General and will be involved in all stages of investigation and litigation, including strategic planning, issuing subpoenas, conducting depositions, drafting commencement documents, negotiating settlements and conducting trials. The OAG's Regional Offices represent the State, its agencies and officers in state and federal courts in claims and litigation relating to civil rights, public employment, social services, education, elections, law enforcement, public health, state finance, insurance, taxation and other litigated matters arising out of state operations and legislation. The Regional Offices also handle affirmative social and economic justice investigations, enforcement actions and litigation in diverse areas including consumer protection, civil rights, workers' rights, housing protection, charities and enforcement of the state's Cannabis Law in collaboration with the State's Office of Cannabis Management.
Job Function
The Office of the New York State Attorney General's (OAG) Plattsburgh Regional Office is seeking an attorney to handle investigations, enforcement actions, affirmative litigation and to collaborate on statewide initiatives. The selected attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General and will be involved in all stages of investigation and litigation, including strategic planning, issuing subpoenas, conducting depositions, drafting commencement documents, negotiating settlements and conducting trials. The OAG's Regional Offices represent the State, its agencies and officers in state and federal courts in claims and litigation relating to civil rights, public employment, social services, education, elections, law enforcement, public health, state finance, insurance, taxation and other litigated matters arising out of state operations and legislation. The Regional Offices also handle affirmative social and economic justice investigations, enforcement actions and litigation in diverse areas including consumer protection, civil rights, workers' rights, housing protection, charities and enforcement of the state's Cannabis Law in collaboration with the State's Office of Cannabis Management.
Salary Range:
From $76500 to $163318 Annually
Minimum Qualification
Qualifications for the Assistant Attorney General position are as follows:
o At least two (2) years of post-graduate legal experience is preferred, however, we will consider well-qualified applicants who have fewer years of experience; o Prior litigation and trial experience is a plus; o Strong writing, legal analysis, organizational, interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills; o Motivated and collaborative with the ability to work independently and interact with a diverse group of colleagues, members of the public and government regulators; o 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 o A demonstrated commitment to public service. Applicants must reside in (or intend to soon become a resident of) New York State and must be admitted to practice law in New York State. Additionally, 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.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Job Function
The Office of the New York State Attorney General's (OAG) Plattsburgh Regional Office is seeking an attorney to handle investigations, enforcement actions, affirmative litigation and to collaborate on statewide initiatives. The selected attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General and will be involved in all stages of investigation and litigation, including strategic planning, issuing subpoenas, conducting depositions, drafting commencement documents, negotiating settlements and conducting trials. The OAG's Regional Offices represent the State, its agencies and officers in state and federal courts in claims and litigation relating to civil rights, public employment, social services, education, elections, law enforcement, public health, state finance, insurance, taxation and other litigated matters arising out of state operations and legislation. The Regional Offices also handle affirmative social and economic justice investigations, enforcement actions and litigation in diverse areas including consumer protection, civil rights, workers' rights, housing protection, charities and enforcement of the state's Cannabis Law in collaboration with the State's Office of Cannabis Management.
Salary Range:
From $76500 to $163318 Annually
Minimum Qualification
Qualifications for the Assistant Attorney General position are as follows:
o At least two (2) years of post-graduate legal experience is preferred, however, we will consider well-qualified applicants who have fewer years of experience; o Prior litigation and trial experience is a plus; o Strong writing, legal analysis, organizational, interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills; o Motivated and collaborative with the ability to work independently and interact with a diverse group of colleagues, members of the public and government regulators; o 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 o A demonstrated commitment to public service. Applicants must reside in (or intend to soon become a resident of) New York State and must be admitted to practice law in New York State. Additionally, 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.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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