Boise Attorney Lori Hickman Announces Run for Idaho Attorney General

Hickman cites focus on professionalism, ethics and adherence to the rule of law in her campaign.

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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Idaho attorney Lori Hickman announced on Friday that she is running for the position of Idaho Attorney General. Hickman, who has over 20 years of experience in civil litigation, corporate counsel, and public service, said the attorney general's office should prioritize steady legal judgment and even-handed leadership.

Why it matters

The race for Idaho Attorney General is an important one, as the office plays a crucial role in upholding the rule of law and serving the interests of all Idahoans. Hickman's campaign promises to restore ethical accountability and strengthen relationships with state agencies and law enforcement.

The details

Hickman, a graduate of Borah High School, earned a bachelor's degree in finance from Brigham Young University and a law degree from the university's J. Reuben Clark Law School, where she served as a law review editor. She began her legal career at Latham & Watkins in New York City, practicing complex business litigation, before returning to Idaho. In Idaho, Hickman continued litigation work and later served as associate general counsel at Micron Technology in Boise, where she handled intellectual property transactions and corporate legal matters. She also served as a term law clerk for the U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho and currently practices at McFarland Ritter PLLC, focusing on business, litigation and intellectual property cases.

  • Hickman announced her candidacy on Friday, February 28, 2026.

The players

Lori Hickman

An Idaho attorney with over 20 years of experience in civil litigation, corporate counsel, and public service, who is running for the position of Idaho Attorney General.

Raúl Labrador

The current Idaho Attorney General.

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What they’re saying

“The attorney general is the people's lawyer. This office must be grounded in ethics, sound legal analysis, and respect for the Constitution.”

— Lori Hickman, Candidate for Idaho Attorney General (dailyfly.com)

What’s next

Hickman's campaign will continue to gain momentum as she outlines her vision for the Idaho Attorney General's office and engages with voters across the state.

The takeaway

Lori Hickman's campaign for Idaho Attorney General promises to bring a renewed focus on professionalism, ethics, and adherence to the rule of law to the office, which is crucial for upholding the interests of all Idahoans.