Background
Tapley, James Leroy was born on July 10, 1923 in Greenville, Mississippi, United States. Son of Lester Leroy and Lillian (Clark) Tapley.
Tapley, James Leroy was born on July 10, 1923 in Greenville, Mississippi, United States. Son of Lester Leroy and Lillian (Clark) Tapley.
Bachelor of Arts North Carolina, 1947. Juris Doctor with honors, University North Carolina, 1950.
With Southern Railway Company, Washington, 1953-1983, general solicitor, 1967-1974, assistant vice president law, 1974-1975, vice president law, 1975-1983. Vice president Washington counsel Norfolk Southern Corporation, Washington, 1983-1987. Retired, 1987.
Member Phi Beta Kappa, Kappa Sigma. Clubs: Chevy Chase.
Married Priscilla Moore, September 9, 1950.