Rhode Island Supreme Court / Joined 1785 / Served to 1786
William Ellery
Justice, Rhode Island Supreme Court
William Ellery was a Justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court, who joined the court in 1785. Sources ↓
- Lived
- 1727–1820
- Tenure
- 1785–1786
Judicial service
| Year | Court | Appointed by | Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1785 | Rhode Island Supreme Court | – | – |
Questions & answers
- How do judges of the Rhode Island Supreme Court reach the bench?
- The court's current selection method is gubernatorial appointment.
- Which court was William Ellery on?
- William Ellery was a Justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court.
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Joined the court in 1785. Data as of 2026-03-31. Informational only; verify against the primary source before relying. Not a consumer report (FCRA).