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To execute the constitutional mandate as the principal legal adviser to the Government of Jamaica, by providing legal services of the highest quality, in a professional, efficient and timely manner whilst preserving the Rule of Law.

The Constitutional and Legislative Affairs Division is responsible for examining and providing advice on all proposed legislation before they are presented to Parliament. ...
The Constitutional and Legislative Affairs Division is responsible for examining and providing advice on all proposed legislation before they are presented to Parliament. ...

LITIGATION

The Litigation and State Proceedings Division is the advocacy arm of the Chambers and is therefore responsible for the conduct of all civil proceedings instituted against, and on behalf of the Government of Jamaica...
The Litigation Division is the advocacy arm of the Chambers and is therefore responsible for the conduct of all civil proceedings instituted against, and on behalf of the Government of Jamaica...

Constitutional and Legislative Affairs

The International Affairs Division provides legal advice to the Government of Jamaica on all matters involving international law, the negotiation and drafting of treaties and other international agreements and protocols...
The International Affairs Division provides legal advice to the Government of Jamaica on all matters involving international law, the negotiation and drafting of treaties and other international agreements and protocols...

INTERNATIONAL affairs

The Commercial Division is responsible for advising the Government of Jamaica on all matters commercial. Its functions include representing the Government in negotiations with national and international corporations, national
The Commercial Affairs Division is responsible for advising the Government of Jamaica on all matters commercial. Its functions include representing the Government in negotiations with national and international corporations, national...

COMMERCIAL Affairs

The General Legal Advice Division, provides advice to Ministries, Departments and Agencies on a wide breadth of legal matters.
The General Legal Advice Division, provides advice to Ministries, Departments and Agencies on a wide breadth of legal matters...

GENERAL LEGAL ADVICE

The Administration and Support Services Division provides human resource management and development as well as administrative and office management services to the department...
The Administration and Support Services Division provides human resource management and development as well as administrative and office management services to the department...

human resource management and administration

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The Attorney-General was originally an ex-officio member of the Legislative Council. When the constitutional system of Jamaica was reformed in 1944 the Attorney-General retained his position as a member of the policy making Executive Council and this continued until 1957, when the Council of Ministers was established.

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Integrity

We shall retain the confidentiality and trust of our clients in the performance of our official duties.

Efficiency

We shall be diligent in the execution of our duties to ensure timely delivery of quality services.

Teamwork

We shall work together and support each other in the performance of our duties and promote a fair and harmonious working environment.

Innovation

We shall promote a culture of continuous learning, embrace change and technological advancements.

Accountability

We shall remain answerable to the people of Jamaica whose best interests we serve.

Client Focus

We shall add value for our clients, by offering tailored solutions developed through consultation and partnership.

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The material on this website is provided for general information only, and on the understanding that the Attorney General’s Chambers and the Government of Jamaica are not providing professional advice on a particular matter. This website may from time to time contain information that is intended to simplify the law for ease of comprehension. In addition, errors or omissions can occur in the preparation of web pages. The Government of Jamaica and the Attorney General’s Chambers make no representation or warranty, expressed or implied and accept no legal liability or responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the legal information posted on this website. Before relying on the material users should independently verify its accuracy, completeness, relevance for their purposes and that it is up-to-date. The information obtained on this website is not, or intended to be, legal advice. Visitors of the website should consult an attorney for advice regarding their individual situations.