Born in Amenia, New York, Herrick pursued an academic course. He studied law in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, was admitted to the bar in 1805 and commenced practice in St. Clairsville, Ohio.
Herrick, who was born in Amenia, New York, pursued higher education. He studied law at Carlisle, Pennsylvania, became a lawyer in 1805, and began practicing law in St. Clairsville, Ohio.