Attorney General in New York: A Guide to Its Services

The New York Attorney General's office serves as the state's primary legal enforcement agency, representing the state in court, prosecuting violations of state consumer protection and antitrust laws, and providing legal counsel to state agencies and officials. The office also coordinates with federal authorities on cross-jurisdictional enforcement actions affecting New York residents.

Attorney General locations are available in 11 cities across New York. They are spread across 10 counties.

Cities with the highest concentration include New York, Buffalo, Mineola, where regional offices and specialized legal units are located to serve larger population centers across the state.

Residents of New York who have consumer complaints, questions about charitable organizations operating in the state, or concerns about civil rights violations can contact the attorney general's office directly through the online complaint portal on the official state website.

Residents of New York can access the attorney general's consumer protection resources, complaint forms, and published legal opinions through the official New York Attorney General website. Many common issues such as scam alerts, data breach notifications, and charitable giving guidance are available without needing to contact the office directly.

Browse Attorney General by county across New York to find the nearest location.