George Shiras Jr.

Supreme Court Justice, lawyer

George Shiras Jr. - Supreme Court Justice, lawyer
Born

January 26th, 1832
193 years ago

Died

1924
101 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Graduated from the University of Michigan Law School. Served as a circuit judge in Pennsylvania. Appointed as a justice of the U.S. Supreme Court in 1892, serving until 1903. His judicial opinions contributed to establishing standards in various legal matters, including property rights and business regulations. Resigned from the Supreme Court and returned to private practice, continuing involvement in legal circles.

Served as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice

Held positions in Pennsylvania judiciary

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