Agency Attorney General, Office of the

　　Title Attorney, Defend Medical Malpractice Cases for NYS (3643)

　　Occupational Category Legal

　　Salary Grade NS

　　Bargaining Unit M/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

　　Salary Range From $81882 to $171305 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 Office of the Attorney General

　　28 Liberty Street

　　City New York

　　State NY

　　Zip Code 10005

　　Minimum Qualifications We are seeking a seasoned 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. Excellent 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.

　　Duties Description The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Claims Bureau in New York City is seeking a trial attorney to defend Medical Malpractice cases. 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 As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State through a wide variety of occupations. To learn more about Assistant Attorney General compensation, please visit the following page: https://ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf. We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, the OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.

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

　　Name Legal Recruitment

　　Telephone

　　Fax

　　Email Address [email protected]

　　Address

　　Street NYS Office of the Attorney General

　　Legal Recruitment Bureau - 28 Liberty St.

　　City New York, NY

　　State NY

　　Zip Code 10005

　　Notes on Applying HOW TO APPLY:Applications are being received online. To apply, please visit our careers website: http://www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings. Reference No. CLA/MMNYCAAG_3643Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:• Cover Letter ? You may address your letter to Legal Recruitment.? Indicate why you are interested in this position and what makes you a strong candidate.• Resume• Legal Writing Sample• List of three (3) references ? Only submit professional references, supervisory references are preferred. ? Indicate the nature and duration of your relationship to each reference. ? Include contact information and email addresses for each reference.? Please note, your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the position.If you have questions regarding a position with the OAG and the application process or need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Legal Recruitment via email at [email protected] or phone at 212-416-8080.For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: www.ag.ny.gov