James A. Cobb

James Adlai Cobb (January 29, 1876 – October 14, 1958) was an African-American lawyer, judge, and civil rights activist. He was a law professor at Howard University Law School, later becoming the school's vice-dean. As an attorney, he participated in court cases to help overturn discriminatory laws against African-Americans in the United States.

James A. Cobb
James A. Cobb
Born
James Adlai Cobb

(1876-01-29)January 29, 1876
DiedOctober 14, 1958(1958-10-14) (aged 82)
Washington, D.C.
Occupation(s)lawyer, judge
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