Benjamin Vaughan Abbott

Benjamin Vaughan Abbott (June 4, 1830 – February 17, 1890) was an American lawyer and author noted for his efforts in drawing up the New York penal code.

Early life On June 4, 1830, Abbott was born in Boston, Massachusetts. Abbott's father was Jacob Abbott, an author of children's books. Abbott's mother was Harriett Vaughan Abbott. Abbott's grandfather was also Jacob Abbott. Abbott's siblings are Edward Abbott, Austin Abbott and Lyman Abbott.

Education Abbott graduated from New York University in 1850, and Harvard Law School in 1852.

Career He practiced law for a number of years in New York, and became a partner in the firm Abbott Bros. with his brother Austin Abbott.