Review Vacancy
AgencyAttorney General, Office of the
TitleAssistant Attorney General - Claims Bureau, Medical Malpractice Section (NYC)
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $0 to $0 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Applicants must have a minimum of five (5) years of medical malpractice and trial experience. Trial experience and the ability to manage a large caseload are essential. Superior lawyering skills, including legal research, writing, analysis, negotiation and advocacy, are also required. Candidates should also possess excellent organizational skills.
Duties Description The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Claims Bureau in New York City is seeking an experienced trial attorney for its Medical Malpractice Section. The Claims Bureau 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.
Additional Comments Salary to be determined commensurate with experience.
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.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Office of the Attorney General 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 Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief
Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of the Attorney General
Legal Recruitment Bureau - 120 Broadway
Notes on ApplyingApplications are being received online. To apply, please go to our website, www.ag.ny.gov, Resources/Job Opportunities - Attorney Positions. Reference No. CLA/MM_NYC_AAG_2015
Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of a cover letter, resume, writing sample, most recent transcript, if less than five (5) years postgraduate, and a list of three (3) references with contact information and email addresses. You may address your cover letter to Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief, Legal Recruitment Bureau. Please note: Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your application.
For questions about a position with the OAG, the application process or assistance with submitting your application, please contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.
For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: www.ag.ny.gov