New Jersey Attorney General
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- Current State AG
- Matt Platkin (D)
- Political Party
- Democrat
- Assumed Office
2021
Matt Platkin was appointed as attorney general in February 2022 by Governor Phil Murphy, and confirmed by the New Jersey Senate in September 2022. Prior to his appointment, AG Platkin served as an aide and then chief counsel to Governor Phil Murphy for eight years. Prior to entering public service, AG Platkin was a litigator at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP.
Matt Platkin was appointed as attorney general in February 2022 by Governor Phil Murphy, and confirmed by the New Jersey Senate in September 2022. Prior to his appointment, AG Platkin served as an aide and then chief counsel to Governor Phil Murphy for eight years. Prior to entering public service, AG Platkin was a litigator at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP.
State AGs are elected in 43 states and D.C. In New Jersey, the governor appoints the AG.
- Next Election:November 4, 2025
- Election Process:Appointed
- Term/Limit:4 years/ none
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