Ohio Attorney General-Elect Kulewicz Names Transition Director as He Prepares to Take Office

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Attorney General-elect John J. Kulewicz has named Colin Flanagan as director of his transition team as he prepares to take office in January, marking a change in political leadership at the Ohio Attorney General's Office.

Kulewicz, a Democrat, defeated Republican Keith Faber in the Nov. 3 general election, becoming the first Democrat elected Ohio attorney general in 15 years.

Flanagan, who served as Kulewicz's campaign manager, will oversee transition efforts as the incoming attorney general prepares to assume leadership of the office.

Kulewicz said he has been consulting with former Ohio attorneys general as part of the transition process.

“I have been in continuous communication with all former living Ohio Attorneys General, who are all tremendous resources,” Kulewicz said. “I am extraordinarily grateful to all who have reached out to offer their aid during this exciting time for Ohio.”

Current Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson, who was appointed to the position earlier this year following the resignation of Dave Yost, has pledged his cooperation with the incoming administration.

In a statement following the election, Wilson congratulated Kulewicz and expressed confidence that the office's work would continue smoothly during the leadership change.

Kulewicz, a Columbus native, earned his bachelor's degree in American history from Ohio State University and his law degree from Yale Law School. His legal career includes arguing cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and courts throughout Ohio.

He has also served on the Upper Arlington City Council since 2020.

As attorney general, Kulewicz will oversee an office responsible for providing legal representation to state agencies, supporting law enforcement and protecting Ohio consumers.

The transition team is accepting resumes and statements of interest from individuals interested in positions within the incoming administration. Applications may be submitted to kulewicztransition@gmail.com.

Kulewicz is expected to take office in January as Ohio's 53rd attorney general.

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