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AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitleAttorney: Real Estate Finance Bureau, Enforcement (3798)

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $87594 to $182463 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County New York

Street Address 28 Liberty St

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10005

Duties Description Social Justice Division
Real Estate Finance Bureau — New York City
Assistant Attorney General, Enforcement Section
Reference No. REF/ES_NYC_AAG_3798
Salary Range: $83,594 - $178,463 + $4,000 in location pay
To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys


The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a litigator to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Enforcement Section of the Real Estate Finance Bureau (REF).

REF is charged with the enforcement of Article 23-A of the New York General Business Law (the “Martin Act”) and governing regulations that relate to the public offer of real estate securities, including cooperatives, condominiums, timeshares, homeowners associations, syndications, and senior living communities. REF also has jurisdiction over the conversion of rental buildings to condominiums and cooperatives as well as affordable housing developments that include the offer of cooperative interests in realty.

REF’s Enforcement Section enforces the Martin Act and New York Executive Law and protects New York purchasers, homeowners, and tenants both through investigating complaints from the public and developing affirmative initiatives with other OAG bureaus and government agencies on issues such as the preservation of affordable housing and abuse of tax benefits. REF has recently investigated issues such as misuse of purchaser down payments, failure to disclose environmental hazards, misleading sales practices, and the violation of tenants’ rights in cooperative and condominium conversions.

Duties:
• Investigating complaints from the public related to Martin Act and New York Executive Law violations.
• Identifying issues for affirmative litigation initiatives and developing such initiatives from the ground up.
• Drafting subpoenas, motions, complaints, petitions, and settlement agreements.
• Taking testimony of witnesses, litigating cases in various courts, and engaging in settlement negotiations.
• Assisting with the development of REF’s policy, regulatory, and legislative initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications Qualifications:
• Applicants must have at least three (3) years of post-graduate litigation experience.
• Excellent analytical, writing, research, and communication skills.
• Highly organized and motivated with the ability to handle a diverse, fast-paced, and high-volume caseload consisting of document review, investigations, affirmative litigation, and settlement negotiations.
• Strong preference will be given to applicants with a background in government litigation and/or complex commercial litigation.

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.

Additional Comments The salary range for this position is $83,594 - $178,463, plus $4,000 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.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Legal Recruitment Unit

Telephone 2124168080

Fax

Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of the Attorney General

Legal Recruitment Bureau - 28 Liberty St

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10005

Notes on ApplyingApplications must be submitted online. To apply, please visit www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings

Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
• 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
• Reference List
? Submit a list of three (3) 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.