Associate Attorney

Application Deadline: October 2, 2026

Reference No.: UTC_AAG_3910

About the role

The Office of the New York State Attorney General is seeking a litigator to serve in the Utica Regional Office as an Assistant Attorney General. The position involves development and litigation of affirmative proceedings in consumer protection, civil rights, and social‑justice areas, as well as state‑counsel functions and representation of the state, its agencies, and officers in civil litigation before state courts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and litigate affirmative proceedings in consumer protection, civil rights, and social‑justice matters.
• Perform state‑counsel functions for the Utica Regional Office.
• Handle all stages of investigation and litigation, including strategic planning, issuing subpoenas, conducting depositions, drafting commencement documents, negotiating settlements, and conducting trials.
• Represent the state, its agencies, and officers in a wide range of civil litigation pending in state courts.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years post‑graduate civil litigation experience (preferred).
• Residence in New York State (or intent to become a resident).
• Admission to practice law in New York State.
• U.S. citizenship (required by Public Officers Law).
• Commitment to a two‑year term of employment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive New York State benefits package.
• Paid leave.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement benefits.
• Family‑friendly policies.
• Workplace Flexibilities Program, including telecommuting up to two days per week and alternative work schedules.

Pay

Salary range: $87,356 – $186,493.