Attorney: Trusts & Estates Section, Charities Bureau (3851)

Social Justice Division

Charities Bureau – New York City

Assistant Attorney General, Trusts & Estates Section

Reference No. CHA/T&E_NYC_AAG_3851

Application Deadline is February 27, 2026

Salary Range: $83,594 - $178,463 + $4,000 in location pay

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’s (OAG) Charities Bureau is seeking an experienced litigator to serve as an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) in the Trusts & Estates Section (the T&E Section) in the New York City office. Candidates with knowledge of New York’s trusts and estates laws, familiarity with Surrogate’s Court practice, and experience reviewing fiduciary accountings are preferred.

The T&E Section fulfills the Attorney General’s statutory duty to represent the interests of the ultimate beneficiaries of charitable bequests contained in wills and trust instruments. In addition to appearing in court proceedings as a statutory party, the T&E Section commences litigation where appropriate to enforce charitable interests. The T&E Section also reviews executors and trustees’ final reports and accountings to ensure that charities receive their full bequests. The T&E Section also appears in cy pres and will construction proceedings, and reviews requests to release restrictions on institutional funds under NPC §555.

Duties:

• Represent the interests of the ultimate beneficiaries of charitable gifts in Surrogate's Court and Supreme Court proceedings, including contested probates and accountings, cy pres applications, and will construction proceedings.
• Review fiduciary accountings for estates and trusts with charitable interests.
• Handle all aspects of litigation including depositions, exchange of discovery, motion practice, court appearances, settlement conferences, and trials.

Applicants should have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in civil litigation matters. Candidates with extensive trusts and estates practice experience are preferred. Candidates should have a working knowledge of Surrogate’s Court and/or Supreme Court practice, along with experience handling contested court proceedings. Excellent oral advocacy and writing skills are also required.

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 + $4,000 in location pay. 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.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via this link:

https://lgr.ag.ny.gov/ords/f?p=136:10:::::P10_LGR_JOB_ID,P10_POSITIONTYPE,P10_LGR_WRITING_SAMPLE_IND:6810,7,Y

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.