

Attorney General
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55 Hanson Pl #1080, Brooklyn, NY 11217, United States
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About Attorney General
The Office of the New York Attorney General serves as the People's Lawyer and the state's chief legal officer, heading the Department of Law. The office works to protect New Yorkers, combat crime, ensure public safety, defend civil rights, fight for workers, and safeguard the environment. It coordinates statewide civil and criminal investigations, promotes economic and social justice, and preserves the state's environment.
The Attorney General acts as the guardian of the legal rights of New York's people, organizations, and natural resources. As chief legal counsel, the office advises the executive branch and defends the state in legal proceedings. It enforces laws to protect consumers, tenants, patients, workers, investors, and charitable donors. The office employs over 1,700 staff, including more than 700 assistant attorneys general, across over two dozen locations statewide.
Under Attorney General Letitia James, who was elected in 2018 and took office in 2019, the office has focused on lowering costs for working families, holding bad actors accountable, and protecting New Yorkers' rights and safety. Her tenure has seen the recovery of over $9 billion from individuals and corporations, including significant settlements from opioid manufacturers and neglectful nursing homes. The office has also removed thousands of guns from New York's streets, challenged unlawful federal actions, and championed legislation to protect consumers and homeowners.
From the firm’s website
- Attorneys
- Letitia James — Attorney General
- Services listed
- Civil rights, Consumer issues, Lemon Law program, Tenants, Voting Rights Act, Criminal Enforcement and Financial Crimes Bureau, Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, Organized Crime Task Force, Public Integrity Bureau, Real Estate Enforcement Unit, Antitrust Bureau, Bureau of Internet and Technology
- Offices
- The Capitol Albany NY 12224-0341
- State Office Building, 17th Floor 44 Hawley Street Binghamton NY 13901
- 55 Hanson Place, Suite 1080 Brooklyn NY 11217
- Main Place Tower, Suite 300A 350 Main Street Buffalo NY 14202
- 163 West 125th Street, Suite 1324 New York NY 10027
Source: ag.ny.gov · checked October 11, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.
Hours of Operation
- Monday
- 9 am–5 pm
- Tuesday
- 9 am–5 pm
- Wednesday
- 9 am–5 pm
- Thursday
- 9 am–5 pm
- Friday
- 9 am–5 pm
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
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Attorney General — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Attorney General located?+
Attorney General is located at 55 Hanson Pl #1080, Brooklyn, NY 11217, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.
What kind of cases does Attorney General handle?+
Attorney General handles Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Criminal Defense. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.
How do I contact Attorney General?+
Call Attorney General at +1 718-560-2040 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.
Is Attorney General well rated?+
Attorney General has a 3.7-star rating based on 6 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.
Client Reviews
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8 years ago - M L· via Google
Recently, Our family member has been scam by the bay ridge-----dealership over $12000 for garbage aftermarket items. We bought up a complaint against dealer, STATE OF ATTORNEY GENERAL in Brooklyn did a excellent job, Staffs are very friendly and helpful. THANK YOU MATTHEW for his professionalism and kindness, He take care this matter without delay, Dealership finally agree to refund the deposit money without penalty. Without the state agency get involved, we will not be able to achieve this results. Our whole family here VERY appropriate it from the bottom of our heart.
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