James Henry Forrester (November 24, 1870 – July 16, 1928) was an American lawyer, judge, and politician.

Forrester then graduated from Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 1895.

In 1898, he moved to Taylorville, Illinois and continued to practice law there until his death.

He served as the Christian County Court Judge from 1902 to 1906 and was involved with the Republican Party.

Forrester died in his physician's office in Owaneco, Illinois after riding with friends.