Attorney General

The Office of the Illinois Attorney General serves as the state's chief legal officer, dedicated to protecting the public interest of Illinois and its residents. The office advocates on behalf of the people, legislates for new laws, and litigates to ensure state laws are followed. Its services cover a broad range of issues across the state.

The office's work includes protecting consumers and businesses from fraud, deception, and unfair competition, as well as advocating for women, older citizens, and children. It focuses on keeping communities safe by fighting crime, partnering with law enforcement, and supporting victims of violent crime. The Attorney General also defends the rights of all Illinois residents, including civil, labor, employment, disability, and veterans rights.

Further responsibilities involve preserving the environment, prosecuting violators of environmental protection laws, and ensuring open and honest government. The office also works with charitable organizations to ensure compliance with legal requirements. Comprising approximately 450 attorneys, the office specializes in over 40 areas of law, organized into an administrative division and ten law divisions. The Attorney General's Office does not represent individual Illinois residents in private lawsuits.