Assistant Attorney General, Enforcement Section

Social Justice Division
Charities Bureau, Enforcement Section – New York City
Assistant Attorney General
Reference No. CHA/ES_NYC_AAG_3765

Application Deadline is March 7, 2025

The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced litigator for its New York City
office to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Enforcement Section of the Charities Bureau. The selected
candidate will join a team of attorneys who are responsible for conducting complex investigations and litigation into
frauds, breaches of duty, and other violations of New York's law governing the charitable sector.

The Enforcement Section of the Charities Bureau works to protect the mission and resources of New York’s
charities by holding charitable organizations, their officers, directors, employees, and various third parties
accountable. New York is the national and international center for funding and innovation in nonprofit
organizations, and the Charities Bureau is a national leader in effective regulation of charitable not-for-profit
entities. The enforcement actions by OAG’s Charities Bureau include litigation that led to the dissolution of the
Trump Foundation; litigation against the National Rifle Association of America, a New York chartered charitable
organization, and members of its leadership, which resulted in a jury verdict finding all defendants liable and a
judgment after a second bench trial ordering millions of dollars in restitution payments by individuals and
governance and other remedial reforms by the organization; investigations and litigation concerning the
institutional response to clergy sexual abuse by the dioceses of the Roman Catholic Church in New York; and
investigations that revealed a kickback scheme between a real estate developer and senior church officials in
connection with the sale or lease of church properties.

Applicants should be committed to public service, interested in developing expertise in this field, and willing to
engage in high level and challenging civil investigations and litigation. The attorney selected for this position can
expect to have substantial opportunities and responsibilities for written and oral advocacy and direct involvement
in developing and implementing case strategy.

Applicants should have a minimum of three (3) years of litigation experience, including experience in complex
litigation and electronic discovery. Applicants must also possess excellent research, analytical, communication,
and organizational skills, and write clearly and persuasively. Additionally, applicants should be dedicated and
motivated attorneys who can work independently and interact with a diverse group of colleagues, members of the
public, and other government regulators.

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

The salary range for this position is $81,159 - $173,265 $3,400 in location pay. To learn more about attorney
compensation, please visit the following page:

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.

How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online.

To ensure consideration, applications must be received by close of business on March 7, 2025.

• You may address your letter to the Legal Recruitment Unit.
• Indicate why you are interested in this position and what makes you a strong candidate. You may

wish to include information about what life experiences you will bring to the position that will
enhance OAG’s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.

• Resume
• Legal Writing Sample
• List of three (3) references

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

If you have questions regarding a position with OAG, 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.