William George Lorigan

Background

Lorigan, William George was born on February 12, 1855 in Melbourne, Australia. Son of Bartholomew and Mary (Moran) Lorigan.

Education

Brought to the United States, 1860. Bachelor of Arts, Santa Clara College, Santa Clara County, California (Doctor of Laws).

Career

Admitted to California bar, 1879. Practiced in San Jose, California. Judge Superior Court, Santa Clara Company, 1890-1903.

Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of California, since 1903.

Achievements

• William George Lorigan has been listed as a reputable judge by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member Elks, Foresters of America.

Connections

Married Annie F. Burgis, February 14, 1880.

Father:

Bartholomew Lorigan

Mother:

Mary (Moran) Lorigan

Spouse:

Annie F. Burgis