William Martin (judge)
Sir William Martin | |
|---|---|
| 1st Chief Justice of New Zealand | |
| In office 5 February 1841 – 12 June 1857 | |
| Appointed by | William Hobson |
| Preceded by | Office established |
| Succeeded by | George Arney |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1807 Birmingham, England |
| Died | 18 November 1880 (aged 72–73) Torquay, England |
| Spouse | Mary Ann, Lady Martin (née Parker) |
Sir William Martin (1807 – 18 November 1880) was the first Chief Justice of New Zealand, from 1841 until he resigned in 1857.