State Counsel Division
Civil Recoveries Bureau, Bankruptcy Unit—Albany
Assistant Attorney General
Reference No. CVB/BU_ALB_AAG_3862
Application Deadline is May 1, 2026
Salary Range: $83,594 – $178,463
To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys
The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced litigator to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Civil Recoveries Bureau’s Bankruptcy Unit, in Albany. The Bankruptcy Unit is responsible for handling bankruptcy matters referred by state agencies that are venued in the Northern, Western, and Southern (Poughkeepsie) Districts of New York, as well as all other federal judicial districts across the country. The unit also represents OAG in bankruptcy proceedings and provides guidance and counsel on bankruptcy-related issues to other bureaus within the office.
In addition to pursuing recovery of claims filed in bankruptcy cases, the unit defends actions and proceedings brought in Bankruptcy Courts by debtors, trustees, and other parties against state agencies. These include claim objections, motions for violations of the automatic stay and the discharge injunction, actions to recover preferential payments, and dischargeability issues.
Applicants for this position must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience along with excellent legal analysis and writing skills, and experience handling all phases of consumer and commercial bankruptcy litigation.
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.
The salary range for this position is $83,594 – $178,463. To learn more about attorney compensation, please visit the following page:
ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf
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.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online via this link:
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 OAG’s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.
- Resume
- Legal Writing Sample
- Reference List: Submit a list of three (3) 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.
The OAG provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have questions regarding a position with OAG, 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.
