William Butler Hornblower

Biography

William Butler Hornblower, born in 1851, distinguished himself as a gifted legal mind in New York, rising through the ranks of private practice to serve as counsel for corporations and civic institutions alike. His advocacy for the rule of law and his steady temperament made him a sought-after adviser during an era of rapid change, drawing respect from colleagues across the state.

When called upon to serve the public at large, he accepted roles that reflected his command of legal principles, including a tenure on New York’s highest courts, where he sought to balance rigorous reasoning with compassion. His retirement to Woodlawn Cemetery marked the close of a career dedicated to upholding justice in an expanding nation.