Like other members of the Fijian Cabinet, the attorney-general is appointed by the president on the advice of the prime minister.

The role of the attorney-general is defined as "providing essential legal expertise and support to the Government".

More specific functions include "legislative drafting", "legal aid", "the prerogative of mercy" (advising the President), "liquor licensing" and "film censorship".

[3] Thus, the attorney-general is responsible for all legal needs of government departments, statutory bodies, and state-owned enterprises.

Note that some attorneys-general have held office in multiple consecutive administrations, particularly in the colonial era.