Ben is from Helena. He graduated from Capital High School in Helena in 1997 and later attended the University of Notre Dame, where he earned a degree in finance and business economics. He has a law degree from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. He is a husband and father of four. 

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Bozeman attorney Ben Alke launches campaign for state attorney general 

Ben is an attorney at Crist, Krogh & Nord, PLLC. He previously clerked for former Montana Supreme Court Justice Brian Morris.

Ben Alke's campaign for Attorney General is his first entry into politics.

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The candidate's website says, "Ben’s professional career is focused on practicing law in Montana. He is a litigator who has"

Has experience representing individuals and businesses, non-profits and police officers in cases involving the constitutionality of Montana laws, maintaining access to public lands, representing individuals to protect their constitutional rights, representing business in complex disputes, and representing individuals against corporate interests.

Has a 17-year career in private practice litigation.

The candidate's website says, "attended law school at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law in Chicago."

Earned a law degree from the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law in Chicago.

- Has experience representing individuals and businesses, non-profits and police officers in cases involving the constitutionality of Montana laws, maintaining access to public lands, representing individuals to protect their constitutional rights, representing business in complex disputes, and representing individuals against corporate interests.
- Has a 17-year career in private practice litigation.
- Earned a law degree from the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law in Chicago.

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Plans to "restore the integrity and respect of the Montana Department of Justice."

- Plans to "restore the integrity and respect of the Montana Department of Justice."

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Bozeman Daily Chronicle, Dem candidate for AG envisions a less 'political' DOJ

Opposes judicial activism, saying, "The decision to drop criminal charges against someone for politically motivated reasons is dangerous. That’s just the flip side of the coin of bringing criminal charges against someone for political reasons. And there’s absolutely zero room for any political considerations in decisions related to the enforcement of the law.”

- Opposes judicial activism, saying, "The decision to drop criminal charges against someone for politically motivated reasons is dangerous. That’s just the flip side of the coin of bringing criminal charges against someone for political reasons. And there’s absolutely zero room for any political considerations in decisions related to the enforcement of the law.”

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- The Attorney General of Montana serves as the chief legal officer of the state. The Attorney General's Office provides legal services to state agencies, represents Montana in civil cases, and assists in prosecuting criminal cases across the state.
- This office is pivotal in enforcing state laws, including consumer protection, internet crimes against children, and cases involving the death penalty. It also plays a significant role in complex legal matters such as American Indian jurisdiction and federal reserved water rights.
- Elected to office, the Attorney General of Montana cannot engage in private legal practice while in office.
- The Attorney General’s leadership extends beyond courtroom advocacy, influencing legal policy and providing essential legal advice to the Governor and state government departments, thereby shaping the legal landscape of Montana.

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