Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 09/07/17
Applications Due: 11/09/17
Vacancy ID: 43675
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyAttorney General, Office of the
TitleAssistant Attorney General - Claims Bureau – Medical Malpractice Section
Occupational CategoryLegal
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $0 to $0 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.50
Workday
From 8:30 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County New York
Street Address 120 Broadway
City New York
StateNY
Zip Code10271
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications Applicants must have a minimum of five (5) years of medical malpractice, tort 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.
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 OAG be citizens of the United States. A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.
Duties Description The New York State Office of the Attorney General’s Claims Bureau in New York City is seeking an experienced trial attorney to defend Medical Malpractice and Tort 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 and tort actions, from commencement through trial, with post-trial briefs often required.
Additional Comments Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Office is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.
Salary commensurate with experience.
PLEASE NOTE: Unless otherwise specified in the “Notes on Applying” section, the “Application Due” date associated with this posting is not the last day applications can be submitted. Applications for this position will be accepted by the hiring bureau on a rolling basis until a candidate is selected; recruitment for this position can be closed or suspended at any time. For the most current information on available position vacancies, applicants are advised to review the Office of the New York State Attorney General website (www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings) or contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief
Telephone
Fax
Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of the Attorney General, Legal Recruitment Bureau
120 Broadway
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10271
Notes on ApplyingHOW TO APPLY
Applications are being received online. To apply, please visit our careers website: ag.ny.gov/job-postings. Reference No. CLA/MM_NYC_AAG_3120
Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
•Cover Letter (You may address to Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief, Legal Recruitment)
•Resume
•List of three (3) references with contact information and email addresses
•Writing Sample
Please note: Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your application.
If you have questions regarding a position with the OAG and the application process or you need 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
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