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AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitleAssistant Attorney General - Senior Trial Counsel - Investor Protection Bureau (NYC)

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%

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? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address 28 Liberty St.

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10005

Minimum Qualifications We are seeking applicants for Senior Trial Counsel with the following qualifications:

• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the investigation and litigation of securities fraud and regulation of securities, commodities, and other business activities and products;
• Experience chairing or co-chairing trials or complex evidentiary hearings in either federal or state court, and engaging in related discovery and motion practice;
• Excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills;
• Knowledge of the Martin Act, federal securities laws, and other states’ securities laws;
• The ability to conduct and supervise analysis of financial data and information from a variety of sources; and
• Experience supervising, developing, and mentoring attorneys and support staff.

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. A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.

Duties Description The Investor Protection Bureau (IPB) of the New York State Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced attorney who can serve as lead trial counsel and provide guidance to teams on other investigations and litigations. IPB, which has both regulatory and enforcement authority, protects the public from fraud and misrepresentation in the offering and sale of securities, commodities, franchises and other investment products.

The IPB’s Enforcement Section evaluates complaints, conducts civil investigations, and litigates matters pursuant to New York’s securities fraud statute, the Martin Act, and New York’s Executive Law.

Additional Comments Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The OAG 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.

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 - 28 Liberty St.

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10005

Notes on ApplyingHOW TO APPLY

Applications are being received online. To apply, please visit our website at http://www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings. The reference number for the position is IPB_AAG/STC_NYC_3186.

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 about 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.