Division of Regional Affairs
Poughkeepsie Regional Office
Assistant Attorney General
Reference No. POU_AAG_3524

The New York State Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced litigator to serve as an Assistant
Attorney General in the Poughkeepsie Regional Office. The Regional Office engages in State Counsel representation,
involving the representation and defense of the State of New York and its agencies, officials, and employees in state
courts in civil actions and proceedings involving public employment, public health, law enforcement, corrections, state
finance, insurance, taxation, and other litigation matters arising out of state legislation, regulations, and operations. The
Regional Office also engages in the defense of claims brought against the State of New York and its agencies in the Court
of Claims. The Regional Office offers a diverse and stimulating litigation practice with attorneys handling all phases of
litigation from inception through trial and having frequent opportunities to appear in court.

Applicants must have a minimum of three (3) years of litigation experience. Applicants must be capable of handling all
phases of an investigation and litigation, from commencement through trial, and must have strong writing, analytical,
organizational, negotiation and supervisory skills.

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 attorneys in the Office be citizens of the United States.
A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.

As an employee of the 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, the OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities
Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative
work schedules.

Per Office of the Attorney General policy, confirmation of vaccination status is a condition of employment for this
position. If you are not fully vaccinated, you may be required to provide regular negative COVID-19 PCR test results at a
frequency determined by the agency. The agency will consider religious and reasonable accommodations. For more
information, please contact recruitment@ag.ny.gov.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are being received online.

Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:

• Cover Letter
• You may address to Legal Recruitment.
• Indicate why you are interested in a position with the Poughkeepsie Regional Office and what makes

• Only submit professional references, supervisory references are preferred.
• Indicate the nature and duration of your relationship to each reference.
• Include contact information and email addresses for each reference.
• Please note, your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the position.
  

If you have questions regarding a position with the OAG and the application process or need assistance with submitting your

application, please contact Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.