New York State
Special Litigation Counsel: Lead Attorney, Defend NYS (3813)
New York State, Albany, New York, United States
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Title Special Litigation Counsel: Lead Attorney, Defend NYS (3813) Occupational Category: Legal Salary Grade: NS Bargaining Unit: M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range: From $83,594 to $182,463 Annually Employment Type: Full-Time Appointment Type: Permanent Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class Travel Percentage: 0% Workweek: Mon-Fri 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 Notes: The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced litigator to serve as a Special Litigation Counsel in the Albany Litigation Bureau. The bureau represents and defends the state of New York and its agencies, officials, and employees in federal and state courts in civil actions and proceedings involving civil rights, education, social services, public employment, public health, law enforcement, corrections, state finance, insurance, taxation, and other litigation matters arising out of state legislation, regulations, and operations. Duties / Responsibilities
Serving as lead attorney on significant and/or complex civil litigation from complaint through trial; Drafting and editing written work product; Representing clients and state agencies in state and federal court at temporary restraining order and/or preliminary injunction hearings, oral arguments, and trials; Negotiating and evaluating settlements; Providing advice and mentoring attorneys on a variety of topics; and Performing non-litigation assignments and special projects, as well as other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
At least eight (8) years of post-graduate civil litigation experience in federal and New York state courts, with a focus on the handling of complex litigation; Excellent legal analysis, legal writing and editing, and oral advocacy skills; Strong organizational, interpersonal communication, and problem-solving skills; Comfort with and experience using technology to complete legal work, including knowledge of and experience with various computer software programs and case management and electronic discovery platforms; Enjoys working with and assisting a large group of attorneys. Preferred Qualifications
Significant prior civil jury trial experience in federal and New York state courts; Prior experience litigating Section 1983 civil rights matters; and Prior experience litigating emergency applications for judicial relief, such as temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions, including handling preliminary injunction hearings. Additional Information
The salary range for this position is $83,594 - $178,463. To learn more about attorney compensation, please visit: ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf As 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. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Contact
Name: Legal Recruitment Unit Telephone: 212-416-8080 Fax: Email Address: recruitment@ag.ny.gov Address
Street: NYS Office of the Attorney General Legal Recruitment Bureau - 28 Liberty St City: New York State: NY Notes on Applying Applications must be submitted online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys. Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application including: Cover Letter, Resume, Writing Samples, and Reference List as specified in the posting. StateJobsNY 2025 NYS Department of Civil Service
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State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person. Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the \"Contact\" tab for the position. Overview
Title Special Litigation Counsel: Lead Attorney, Defend NYS (3813) Occupational Category: Legal Salary Grade: NS Bargaining Unit: M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range: From $83,594 to $182,463 Annually Employment Type: Full-Time Appointment Type: Permanent Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class Travel Percentage: 0% Workweek: Mon-Fri 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 Notes: The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced litigator to serve as a Special Litigation Counsel in the Albany Litigation Bureau. The bureau represents and defends the state of New York and its agencies, officials, and employees in federal and state courts in civil actions and proceedings involving civil rights, education, social services, public employment, public health, law enforcement, corrections, state finance, insurance, taxation, and other litigation matters arising out of state legislation, regulations, and operations. Duties / Responsibilities
Serving as lead attorney on significant and/or complex civil litigation from complaint through trial; Drafting and editing written work product; Representing clients and state agencies in state and federal court at temporary restraining order and/or preliminary injunction hearings, oral arguments, and trials; Negotiating and evaluating settlements; Providing advice and mentoring attorneys on a variety of topics; and Performing non-litigation assignments and special projects, as well as other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
At least eight (8) years of post-graduate civil litigation experience in federal and New York state courts, with a focus on the handling of complex litigation; Excellent legal analysis, legal writing and editing, and oral advocacy skills; Strong organizational, interpersonal communication, and problem-solving skills; Comfort with and experience using technology to complete legal work, including knowledge of and experience with various computer software programs and case management and electronic discovery platforms; Enjoys working with and assisting a large group of attorneys. Preferred Qualifications
Significant prior civil jury trial experience in federal and New York state courts; Prior experience litigating Section 1983 civil rights matters; and Prior experience litigating emergency applications for judicial relief, such as temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions, including handling preliminary injunction hearings. Additional Information
The salary range for this position is $83,594 - $178,463. To learn more about attorney compensation, please visit: ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf As 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. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Contact
Name: Legal Recruitment Unit Telephone: 212-416-8080 Fax: Email Address: recruitment@ag.ny.gov Address
Street: NYS Office of the Attorney General Legal Recruitment Bureau - 28 Liberty St City: New York State: NY Notes on Applying Applications must be submitted online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys. Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application including: Cover Letter, Resume, Writing Samples, and Reference List as specified in the posting. StateJobsNY 2025 NYS Department of Civil Service
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