Francis James Newman Rogers

1791–1851 (age 60)

Biography

Francis James Newman Rogers devoted his life to the law, rising to the bench of the Court of Common Pleas where he presided with calm resolve and a deep respect for precedent within the hallowed walls associated with Temple Church.

He left colleagues and litigants with admiration for his patient explanations and integrity, a tradition of fairness remembered by those who honor him near Temple Church.