Williamson, Isaac H. (Isaac Halsted), 1767-1844

Isaac Halstead Williamson and his son Benjamin Williamson were two of the most distinguished men who practiced law in New Jersey during the nineteenth century. Isaac H. Williamson became involved in New Jersey's political process, and as a Democrat was elected to represent Essex County in the New Jersey State Assembly in 1815. When Governor Dickerson resigned to accept his election to the United States Senate, Isaac was elected Governor of New Jersey and was re-elected for 12 consecutive years. Benjamin Williamson gained notoriety by becoming counsel for the Central Railroad of New Jersey. He served as prosecutor of the pleas in Essex County for several years, and was appointed Chancellor of the State of New Jersey by Governor Fort in 1852, the same office that his father Isaac had occupied. Under his guidance, the Chancery became one of the largest offices in the state.

From the description of Isaac H. Williamson and Benjamin Williamson papers, 1772-1904. (New Jersey Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 54028828

Lawyer, of Elizabeth, N.J., and governor of New Jersey, whose son Benjamin was also a lawyer and public official of Elizabeth.

From the description of Papers of Isaac and Benjamin Williamson, 1782-1904. (New Jersey Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 70955103

Lawyer, of Elizabeth, Essex (now Union) County, New Jersey; admitted to the bar, 1791; served as governor of New Jersey, 1817-1829, and president of the 1844 New Jersey Constitutional Convention.

From the description of Papers, 1817-1846 (inclusive). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122566750