J. Frederic Kernochan

Biography

J. Frederic Kernochan served the people of New York with integrity as a jurist and counselor, earning admiration for his careful attention to justice and fairness. Through decades of legal practice he remained devoted to ensuring the law reflected both compassion and principle.

In retirement he observed the city’s continuing evolution with gratitude for a life marked by service, leaving behind a reputation for kindness and clear thinking. He is commemorated at Green-Wood Cemetery, where friends and colleagues honor the steadiness of his example.