Phil Weiser is the 39th Attorney General of Colorado. As the state’s chief legal officer, Weiser has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to serving the people of Colorado, advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy, and promoting justice for all. Through engagement and collaborative problem solving, the Colorado Department of Law has achieved significant milestones under Weiser’s leadership.

Since taking office in 2019, Weiser has secured over $250 million in consumer refunds and $787 million in opioid settlement funds, holding corporations accountable while supporting recovery efforts. He has strengthened law enforcement training, led the fight against human trafficking and organized crime, and championed victims’ rights. Committed to protecting Colorado’s environment, he has secured funding for natural resource restoration, fought for clean air and water, and defended the state’s interests in Colorado River negotiations. A  dedicated advocate for reproductive rights, LGBTQ rights, and voting rights, Weiser has also argued landmark cases before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Before becoming Attorney General, Weiser was the dean of the University of Colorado Law School and held senior roles in the U.S. Department of Justice under Presidents Clinton and Obama. He served as Deputy Assistant Attorney General and Senior Advisor for Technology and Innovation at the White House’s National Economic Council. Earlier, he co-chaired the Colorado Innovation Council and clerked for U.S. Supreme Court Justices Byron White and Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Phil lives in Denver with his wife Dr. Heidi Wald, and their two children.