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Assistant Attorney General

New York State Office of the Attorney General
Syracuse, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

Regional Affairs Division
Syracuse Regional Office
Assistant Attorney General
Reference No. SYR_AAG_MM_3777

Application Deadline is April 11, 2025

The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Syracuse Regional Office is seeking a trial attorney to
defend medical malpractice cases. The Syracuse Regional Office represents the state of New York and its agencies
in the Court of Claims and its employees in state Supreme Court. The selected candidate will defend the state in
medical malpractice actions, from commencement through trial, with post-trial briefs often required.

We are seeking an attorney with at least four to five (4-5) years of solid medical malpractice litigation experience, including
trial experience, to defend the state in medical malpractice actions from commencement through trial. Applicants
must have experience working with expert witnesses, e.g., retaining and vetting as well as preparing for, taking, and
defending depositions and trial testimony; the ability to read and understand medical records, and the ability to
manage a large caseload. Strong lawyering skills, including motion practice, legal research, writing, analysis,
negotiation, and advocacy, are also required. Candidates should also possess strong organizational skills. Medical
malpractice trial experience is preferred although other civil or criminal trial experience will be considered.

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. 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 April 11, 2025.

  • Cover Letter
  • 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
  • Submit only 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.

Salary : $81,159 - $173,265

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