Rufus W. Peckham

Biography

Rufus W. Peckham, born in 1838, served with distinction as a judge during a period of significant legal development in New York and beyond. His dedication to justice and the rule of law contributed to shaping a fairer system for the people he served.

Remembered at Albany Rural Cemetery, Judge Peckham’s steady pursuit of equity remains an example of the thoughtful leadership that guided the judiciary through pivotal moments in American history.