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The New York State Office of the Attorney General’s Division of Appeals and Opinions is offering a two-year Fellowship in government appellate litigation in its New York City Office. One Fellowship is available. The Fellowship is a compensated, full-time position for a college graduate who is considering whether to pursue a career in law or public affairs. A commitment through June 2021 is required.
The Division of Appeals and Opinions handles civil appeals by and against the State of New York in all state and federal appellate courts. Cases cover a wide range of issues, including constitutional and statutory public-law issues, employment, civil rights, torts, and agency decision making. We are seeking a bright, dynamic, hard-working, and motivated individual committed to public service. The selected Fellow will work closely with attorneys to prepare court documents and appellate records; finalize briefs, including highly detailed proofreading and cite-checking; organize case files; and provide relevant legal and office support. A Fellow may also work on special projects for the Division and have the opportunity to draft legal documents.
Applicants must have a BA or BS degree prior to start date. Excellent oral and written communication skills, hyper-attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure are required. Experience in a legal setting is a plus, but not required as a Fellow will receive extensive training. This Fellowship is also open to law school students with at least two (2) full years remaining in an evening law school program, but periodic overtime is required.
Review of applications begins immediately and will continue on a rolling basis. Applications must be received by Monday, April 15, 2019 to ensure consideration. The position requires an in-person interview at the New York City office. Interviews start in mid-April 2019. The Office does not pay travel, transportation, or relocation expenses.
Applications are submitted online only. To apply, please click on this link: A&O_FEL_NYC_6099; applicants will be taken to the online application page for this position.
Applicants must submit a complete application consisting of the following:
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Cover Letter (Please address to Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief, Legal Recruitment)
- Resume
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Writing Sample (7-10 pages)
- List of three (3) references with contact information (including email addresses) and relationship to candidate
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Transcript (unofficial)
Please note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you have questions about a position with the OAG or the application process or if 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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