Colorado Department of Law

The Colorado Department of Law is the largest law firm in the State. The Attorney General is elected by popular vote of the statewide electorate and is the State's chief lawyer and law enforcement official.

Attorney General Cynthia H. Coffman oversees the Department and manages a wide range of responsibilities, including:

•       Prosecuting and defending all civil and criminal actions in which the State has an interest, including on appeal

•       Defending the laws and the Constitution of the State of Colorado

•       Protecting consumers from scams and fraudulent activity

•       Serving as legal advisor to officers of the State of Colorado and defending them from legal challenge

•       Protecting and preserving Colorado’s natural resources

•       Advocating for policies that help law enforcement improve community safety

•       Investigating and prosecuting Medicaid fraud throughout the State