John Overton (judge)

John Overton
Tennessee Supreme Court Judge
In office
1804–1810
Preceded byAndrew Jackson
Succeeded byRobert Whyte
Personal details
Born(1766-04-09)April 9, 1766
DiedApril 12, 1833(1833-04-12) (aged 67)
SpouseMary McConnell White
RelationsThomas Overton (brother)
Richard Arvin Overton (great great grandson)
Profession
  • Judge
  • lawyer
  • banker
  • slave trader
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John Overton (April 9, 1766 – April 12, 1833) was an American planter and slave trader, a judge at the Tennessee Supreme Court, a banker, political leader, and an advisor of Andrew Jackson. He was described in 1889 as having been the "wealthiest man in the State."