Matthew Hall McAllister
1800–1865 · Savannah, GA
Judicial Service
| Court | Title | Appointed By | Commissioned | Termination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Circuit Court for the Districts of California | Judge | Franklin Pierce (Democratic) | Mar 3, 1855 | Resignation, Jan 12, 1863 |
Education
- Princeton University
- Read law, 1820
Professional Career
Private practice, Savannah, Georgia, 1820-1849; U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Georgia, 1827-1834; State senator, Georgia, 1834-1837; Mayor, Savannah, Georgia, 1837-1839; Alderman, Savannah, Georgia, 1839-1841; Democratic candidate for governor, Georgia, 1845; Private practice, San Francisco, California, 1850-1853; Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate from Georgia, 1853