Over 650 Assistant Attorneys General and over 1,700 employees, including forensic accountants, legal assistants, scientists, investigators and support staff serve in the Office of the Attorney General in many locations across New York State.
The Attorney General's Office is charged with the statutory and common law powers to protect consumers and investors, charitable donors, the public health and environment, civil rights, and the rights of wage-earners and businesses across the State.
While the Attorney General acts independently of the Governor, the Governor or a state agency may request the Attorney General to undertake specific criminal investigations and prosecutions. The legal functions of the Department of Law are divided primarily into five major divisions: Appeals and Opinions, State Counsel, Criminal Justice,...
Served as GC of leading comprehensive cancer center in support of Dana-Farber's mission to conquer cancer.
Served as the Laboratory’s general counsel and secretary. Led the Laboratory’s legal department and its work in facilitating commercial transactions, licensing arrangements, spin-offs, sponsored research agreements and other strategies to aid in commercializing the Laboratory’s intellectual property.
Served as President and CEO of public development stage medical device company. Appointed Interim President and CEO in March 2016 and President and CEO in July 2016. Led sale of company's assets to Amgen and OrbiMed and delisting and wind-down of company.
Partner in Duane Morris' Trial Practice Group. Represented organizations and individuals in government investigations and related litigation, conducted internal corporate investigations, defended qui tam actions and commercial disputes and advised organizations on regulatory matters.
Served as a Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel for ARAMARK Corporation, where he led the legal teams for various operating groups including Healthcare, Education, Business & Industry and Sports & Entertainment.
Partner in Duane Morris' Trial Practice Group. Represented organizations and individuals in government investigations and related litigation, conducted internal corporate investigations, defended qui tam actions and commercial disputes and advised organizations on regulatory matters.
She oversees the Office of the Taxpayer Rights Advocate (OTRA), which has about 10 employees, and serves as our Ethics Officer.
Brian M. Hickey was appointed Director of the Office of Internal Affairs (OIA) in July 2017. He oversees an office of about 12 employees, including computer forensic analysts, criminal investigators, and support staff.
As General Counsel, she is responsible for legal policy and matters of law for the department. She oversees the Office of Counsel , which provides legal services for the department. These services include litigation; internal and external Tax Law advice; the preparation and review of legislation; and other administrative matters.
Over a 30-year career in public service, Amanda has held senior positions in the legislative, judicial and executive branches, as well as in the nonprofit sector.
Joe Carzo was appointed Audit Director in September 2013 after a five-year stint as Director of the Income Franchise Field Audit Bureau. Before then, he served as Director of the Sales Tax Audit Bureau.
Amanda Hiller began serving as Acting Tax Commissioner on April 23, 2021. She continues in her role as General Counsel, a position she has held since December 2012. As Acting Commissioner, she directs the activities of more than 3,700 employees whose mission is to efficiently collect tax revenues in support of state services ...
Darren Dopp, Director of External Affairs. Darren, who joined us in January 2020, works closely with the executive team on strategic priorities and the coordination of communications and governmental relations. Career background: He has broad experience in the public and private sector.
The Attorney General's authority also includes the activities and investigations of the State Organized Crime Task Force and Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. While the Attorney General acts independently of the Governor, the Governor or a state agency may request the Attorney General to undertake specific criminal investigations and prosecutions.
In fulfilling the duties of the State’s chief legal counsel, the Attorney General not only advises the Executive branch of State government, but also defends actions and proceedings on behalf of the State.