The Division of Law provides legal counsel and representation to agencies of State government on many issues vital to the quality of life of New Jersey residents. The Attorney General has a statutory duty to serve as both legal advisor to all “officers, departments, boards, bodies, commissions and instrumentalities” of State government, and to defend State laws. It is through the Division’s attorneys that this mission is accomplished. In the performance of this mission, the Division of law has a broad scope of work including protection of children from abuse and neglect, preserving of the environment, delivery of quality health care, protection of consumers, preserving the State’s financial assets, and safeguarding civil rights.

If you are interested in applying to work as an attorney for the Division of Law click the Attorney Online Application button below. Once you have clicked on the link, please follow the prompts to complete and submit the application. After completing this application you will be asked to upload additional documents including, a law school transcript, resume and cover letter, writing sample and certificate of good standing for the Supreme Court of New Jersey.

We ask that you complete the State of New Jersey’s Affirmative Action Information Form, which can be accessed below.

After you complete the form, please send it to LPSAAForm@njoag.gov.

This form is not part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.

Additionally, you may use the Transcript Request Form below to request a transcript from your law school to be sent directly to our office.

You may also opt to submit documentation by mail:

Chief of Staff, Division of Law
Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex
25 Market Street, PO Box 112
Trenton, New Jersey 08625