<p>Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 03/12/25</p> <p>Applications Due04/11/25</p> <p>Vacancy ID182620</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPNo</p> <p>AgencyAttorney General, Office of the</p> <p>TitleTrial Attorney: Defend Med Malpractice Cases for NYS (3777)</p> <p>Occupational CategoryLegal</p> <p>Salary GradeNS</p> <p>Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $81159 to $173265 Annually</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Permanent</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 0%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 37.5</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 8:30 AM</p> <p>To 5 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? Yes</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? Yes</p> <p>County Onondaga</p> <p>Street Address 300 South State Street</p> <p>City Syracuse</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code13202</p> <p>Duties Description Regional Affairs Division</p> <p>Syracuse Regional Office</p> <p>Assistant Attorney General</p> <p>Reference No. SYR_AAG_MM_3777</p> <p>Salary Range: $81, 159 - $173,265</p> <p>To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications 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.</p> <p>Additional Comments The salary range for this position is $81,159 - $173,265. To learn more about attorney compensation, please visit the following page:</p> <p>ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name Legal Recruitment</p> <p>Telephone 2124168080</p> <p>Fax</p> <p>Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street 28 Liberty St</p> <p>Legal Recruitment Bureau - 120 Broadway</p> <p>City New York</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 10005</p> <p>Notes on ApplyingApplications are being received online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys. Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:</p> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>Resume </li><li>Legal Writing Sample </li><li>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. </li></ul>