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Illinois Attorney General
Kwame Raoul

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History of the Office of the Attorney General

The Office of Attorney General first came into existence at the admission of the State of Illinois to the Union on December 3, 1818. Adapted constitutionally and legislatively over the years to meet the needs of a growing State, the office has increased in size and importance and its powers have been greatly expanded since the early days of Illinois State government.


Attorneys General of Illinois

Kwame Raoul

2019-Present


Previous Attorneys General

Lisa Madigan

2003-2019

Roland Burris

1991-1995

Jim Ryan

1995-2003

Neil Hartigan

1983-1991