About Edward H. Morris
Lived 1858 – 1943 (aged 84). Edward H. Morris was an American lawyer and politician.
Edward H. Morris (May 30, 1858 – February 3, 1943) was an African-American lawyer and state legislator in Illinois.
Early life Morris was born in Flemingsburg, Kentucky, on May 30, 1858. He was the son of a slave. He graduated from St. Patrick's High School, Chicago. He became one of Chicago's most successful black lawyers, and by the mid-1880s had become considered the unofficial "dean of colored lawyers" in Chicago. He served as a town attorney of South Chicago, Illinois in 1892 and again in 1896. In 1895, he served as an Assistant Sate's Attorney in Cook County, Illinois.
Death Edward H. Morris died in Washington, D.C., on February 3, 1943.
Don’t just read it —
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download · yours to keep · every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
People in Edward H. Morris's life
Named in this biography and alive at the same time
Related people
Same field, nearest in time
Contemporaries
People whose lives overlapped Edward H. Morris's
Frequently asked questions
Who was Edward H. Morris?
American lawyer and politician (1858-1943)
When was Edward H. Morris born?
Edward H. Morris was born on 30 May 1858 in Flemingsburg.
When did Edward H. Morris die?
Edward H. Morris died on 3 February 1943 in Washington, D.C..
What was Edward H. Morris's occupation?
Edward H. Morris was a lawyer and politician.
What nationality was Edward H. Morris?
Edward H. Morris was American.
Sources & further reading
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Edward H. Morris. https://biography.guide/edward-h-morris/
MLA: "Edward H. Morris." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/edward-h-morris/.
Chicago: "Edward H. Morris." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/edward-h-morris/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-20 · Spot an error? Report a correction.
Page generated 2026-09-27 05:10 UTC