New York State Office of the Attorney General
Assistant Attorney General: Environmental Protection Bureau, Civil Litigation (3
New York State Office of the Attorney General, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Social Justice Division Environmental Protection Bureau – New York City Assistant Attorney General Reference No. EPB_NYC_AAG_3822 Application Deadline: October 17, 2025 Salary Range: $83,594 - $178,463 plus $4,000 location pay How to Apply
To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys Application details and requirements are provided on the posting.
Responsibilities
The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Environmental Protection Bureau seeks a litigator to serve in the New York City office. This position involves representing the state in environmental, public health, and energy matters in lawsuits in state and federal court, and in proceedings before administrative agencies. The Bureau enforces state and federal environmental laws, conducts investigations into violations, and is focused on advancing environmental justice throughout the state, including addressing inequities in pollution and health disparities. The Bureau defends in federal and state courts the state’s executive agencies charged with environmental responsibilities and is a national leader in multistate environmental advocacy and litigation. Openings are primarily for attorneys interested in affirmative litigation and investigations to enforce environmental laws and regulations. Recent matters include leading a multistate coalition in litigation to defend EPA greenhouse gas emissions standards, natural resource damages actions for polluted sites in environmental justice communities, setting national standards for worker heat exposure, lead paint enforcement in low-income housing, school bus engine idling enforcement, and development and litigation of contaminated site cleanup cost recovery actions. The Bureau has also negotiated agreements regarding decommissioning and cleanup of nuclear power plants and related sites.
Qualifications
At least three (3) years of civil litigation practice. Applicants with litigation experience in clean energy, climate change, or other environmental or public health issues are preferred, or applicants with other litigation experience and a strong demonstrated interest in these areas. Experience litigating in federal and/or state courts, including writing briefs (or portions of briefs) and performing document review; experience conducting depositions or witness examinations, appearing in court, and participating in or handling settlement negotiations is a plus but not required. Excellent research, reasoning, writing, and editing skills with the ability to complete quality writing assignments in a short timeframe. Strong oral advocacy skills and comfort arguing before a court. Ability to work with partner organizations and help build coalitions. Self-directed and organized with the ability to independently manage assignments, deadlines, and priorities. Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, particularly when engaging with the public, scientific and technical staff, expert and fact witnesses, administrative agencies, and other litigation team members. A demonstrated commitment to public service. Additional Information
The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Applicants from groups underrepresented in attorney roles are encouraged to apply. Fluency in other languages is a plus but not required. Applicants must reside in (or intend to soon become a resident of) New York state and be admitted to practice law in New York. The Public Officers Law requires OAG attorneys to be U.S. citizens. A two-year commitment upon hire is a condition of employment. The salary range includes $83,594 - $178,463 plus $4,000 in location pay. For more information about compensation, see ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf. OAG offers comprehensive New York state benefits, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, along with Workplace Flexibilities such as 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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Social Justice Division Environmental Protection Bureau – New York City Assistant Attorney General Reference No. EPB_NYC_AAG_3822 Application Deadline: October 17, 2025 Salary Range: $83,594 - $178,463 plus $4,000 location pay How to Apply
To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys Application details and requirements are provided on the posting.
Responsibilities
The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Environmental Protection Bureau seeks a litigator to serve in the New York City office. This position involves representing the state in environmental, public health, and energy matters in lawsuits in state and federal court, and in proceedings before administrative agencies. The Bureau enforces state and federal environmental laws, conducts investigations into violations, and is focused on advancing environmental justice throughout the state, including addressing inequities in pollution and health disparities. The Bureau defends in federal and state courts the state’s executive agencies charged with environmental responsibilities and is a national leader in multistate environmental advocacy and litigation. Openings are primarily for attorneys interested in affirmative litigation and investigations to enforce environmental laws and regulations. Recent matters include leading a multistate coalition in litigation to defend EPA greenhouse gas emissions standards, natural resource damages actions for polluted sites in environmental justice communities, setting national standards for worker heat exposure, lead paint enforcement in low-income housing, school bus engine idling enforcement, and development and litigation of contaminated site cleanup cost recovery actions. The Bureau has also negotiated agreements regarding decommissioning and cleanup of nuclear power plants and related sites.
Qualifications
At least three (3) years of civil litigation practice. Applicants with litigation experience in clean energy, climate change, or other environmental or public health issues are preferred, or applicants with other litigation experience and a strong demonstrated interest in these areas. Experience litigating in federal and/or state courts, including writing briefs (or portions of briefs) and performing document review; experience conducting depositions or witness examinations, appearing in court, and participating in or handling settlement negotiations is a plus but not required. Excellent research, reasoning, writing, and editing skills with the ability to complete quality writing assignments in a short timeframe. Strong oral advocacy skills and comfort arguing before a court. Ability to work with partner organizations and help build coalitions. Self-directed and organized with the ability to independently manage assignments, deadlines, and priorities. Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, particularly when engaging with the public, scientific and technical staff, expert and fact witnesses, administrative agencies, and other litigation team members. A demonstrated commitment to public service. Additional Information
The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Applicants from groups underrepresented in attorney roles are encouraged to apply. Fluency in other languages is a plus but not required. Applicants must reside in (or intend to soon become a resident of) New York state and be admitted to practice law in New York. The Public Officers Law requires OAG attorneys to be U.S. citizens. A two-year commitment upon hire is a condition of employment. The salary range includes $83,594 - $178,463 plus $4,000 in location pay. For more information about compensation, see ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf. OAG offers comprehensive New York state benefits, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, along with Workplace Flexibilities such as 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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