Thomas Lawyer

Thomas Lawyer (October 14, 1785 – May 21, 1868) was an American politician and lawyer from Lawyersville, New York. A member of the Democratic-Republican Party, he served in the United States House of Representatives from 1817 to 1819.

Life Lawyer was born in Schoharie, New York on October 14, 1785, a son of Johannes Lawyer and Anna (Bouck) Lawyer. He was educated in Schoharie County, studied law with George Tiffany of Schoharie, was admitted to the bar, and practiced in Schoharie County. They were married until her death in 1864 and were the parents of eight children. brigadier general as commander of the 28th Brigade, and major general as commander of the 16th Division.

In 1816, Lawyer was elected to the 15th United States Congress, and he served one term, March 4, 1817 to March 3, 1819.