John James Taylor (April 27, 1808 – July 1, 1892) was an American attorney and businessman.

[1] In 1830, he moved to Troy, New York, where he studied law with Judge David Buel.

[1] Active in politics as a Democrat, Taylor served as district attorney of Tioga County from 1838 until resigning in 1843.

[1] Taylor was a member of the Foreign Affairs and District of Columbia committees, and was recognized as a supporter of Franklin Pierce's presidential administration.

[1] Taylor was a candidate for appointment as Collector of the Port of New York, but did not receive the position.

[1] Pierce offered him appointment as U.S. commissioner to settle the northwestern boundary of the United States, but Taylor declined to serve.