Paul Fenimore Cooper, Partner (1850-1895) Son of the famous author, James Fenimore Cooper.
He was raised in France for his first 10 years. Studied law at Harvard Law. He joined the firm in 1850 with Duncan McMartin and Charles M. Jenkins as partners. McMartin left in 1854.
He had a home in Cooperstown , but when in Albany lived with his family in the historical Albany Academy building. With Jenkins, he represented the Stephen Van Rensselaer estate among other prominent clients. He was quiet an and unassuming and had great pride in his family heritage. He served on several prestigious boards, including the Albany Institute and Albany Academy.