John William Lawson (September 13, 1837 – February 21, 1905) was a U.S. Representative from Virginia.

Born in James City County, Virginia, Lawson attended the schools of Williamsburg, College of William and Mary, and the University of Virginia at Charlottesville.

He was promoted to surgeon March 10, 1864, and served until the surrender at Appomattox April 9, 1865.

Practiced medicine for ten years, when he engaged in agricultural pursuits.

This article incorporates public domain material from the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress