Background
Sheperd, James Edward was born on July 21, 1847 in Mintonsville, Virginia, United States. Son of Thomas and Ann Eliza (Browne) Sheperd.
Sheperd, James Edward was born on July 21, 1847 in Mintonsville, Virginia, United States. Son of Thomas and Ann Eliza (Browne) Sheperd.
Graduate High School, and law department University of North Carolina, 1867 (Doctor of Laws).
Elected Judge Superior Court North Carolina, 1881. Associate Justice of the Supreme Court North Carolina, 1886, chief justice same, 1890. At end of term resumed practice.
Professor law, Summer Law School, University of North Carolina, 8 years.
Married Elizabeth Brown, February 1, 1871.