Closing Date: 2nd August, 2024
Description:
The Real Property Bureau in the Office of the New York State
Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced attorney to join its
Albany office as an Assistant Attorney General. The Bureau provides
legal assistance to New York State agencies in connection with the
acquisition and disposition of public land. Under the Eminent Domain
Procedure Law, the Bureau represents the State in court proceedings
involving disputes over the State's title to land acquired for public
use, and in actions contesting the amount of money the State is to pay
in the condemnation of private property. The Bureau also defends or
prosecutes property related cases which are venued statewide.
A
strong candidate would have at least five (5) years of post-graduate
civil litigation experience with some knowledge of real estate law.
Knowledge of the eminent domain procedure law, quiet title proceedings,
evictions, and encroachment proceedings are a plus. This position
requires some travel throughout the state with an emphasis on handling
eminent domain matters and trials in the Albany district of the Court of
Claims.
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.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted online. To apply, please click on the following link: RPB_ALB_AAG_3701To ensure consideration, applications must be received by close of business on August 2, 2024.
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 the OAG's ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.
- Resume
- Legal Writing Sample
- List of three (3) references
- Only submit 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 the OAG and 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.
For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: www.ag.ny.gov.