Michael Hoffman

Michael Hoffman (October 11, 1787 – September 27, 1848) was an American lawyer and politician. He was U.S. Representative from New York from 1825 to 1833 Personal life Hoffman was born in that part of the Town of Halfmoon which was separated in 1828 to form the Town of Clifton Park. At the time of his birth, the place was in Albany County, New York, but became part of Saratoga County, New York, when this was established in 1791. His father was a German immigrant. Education He studied medicine and law. He was admitted to the bar and commenced practice in Herkimer, New York. Career He was District Attorney of Herkimer County, New York, from 1823 to 1825.