Richard Law
1733–1806 · Milford, CT
Judicial Service
| Court | Title | Appointed By | Commissioned | Termination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut | Judge | George Washington | Sep 26, 1789 | Death, Jan 26, 1806 |
Education
- Yale College, 1751
- Read law, 1755
Professional Career
Private practice, Milford, Connecticut, 1755-1757; Private practice, New London, Connecticut, 1757-1765; Justice of the peace, New London, Connecticut, 1765-1775; Member, Connecticut General Assembly, 1765-1776; Chief judge, New London County [Connecticut] Court, 1773-1784; Clerk, Connecticut General Assembly, 1774-1776; Assistant, Connecticut General Assembly, 1776-1786; Delegate, Continental Congress, 1774, 1776, 1777, 1780-1783; Judge, New London [Connecticut] Superior Court, 1784-1789; chief judge, 1786-1789; Mayor, New London, Connecticut, 1784-1806