About James E. Winfield
Lived 1944 – 2000 (aged 56). James E. Winfield was an American lawyer, activist, prosecutor and civil rights advocate.
James Eros Winfield Sr. (March 20, 1944 – June 5, 2000) was an American civil rights lawyer, politician, and city prosecutor in Vicksburg, Mississippi. He was the first Black city prosecutor in Vicksburg.
Early life and education James Eros Winfield Sr. was born on March 20, 1944, in Port Gibson, Mississippi. His parents were Gertrude Moran (née Green) and Elias Winfield. At the age of 6 his family moved to Vicksburg, Mississippi. He graduated in 1963 from Rosa A. Temple High School. His son Paul E. Winfield served as mayor of Vicksburg (2009–2013), and was convicted in 2015 of bribery in a federal court.
Career After graduating with his J.D. degree, Winfield opened a law practice with R. Jess Brown.
In 1975, Winfield ran for a post in the House of Representatives for Warren and Claiborne Counties. His clients included Vicksburg-Warren School District, the Woodville School District, and the Sharkey County Board of Supervisors.
In October 1980, Winfield announced candidacy for district attorney in Claiborne, Issaquena, Sharkey and Warren Counties.
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Who was James E. Winfield?
American lawyer (1944–2000)
When was James E. Winfield born?
James E. Winfield was born on 20 March 1944 in Port Gibson.
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James E. Winfield died on 5 June 2000 in Rolling Fork.
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James E. Winfield was a lawyer, activist, prosecutor and civil rights advocate.
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James E. Winfield was American.
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