William Shepard Bryan, Jr.

William Shepard Bryan Jr. (December 23, 1859 – April 3, 1914) was an American attorney and political figure, recognized for his service in various legal capacities within the city of Baltimore and the state of Maryland. His career included terms as Baltimore City Attorney, City Solicitor, and the Attorney General of Maryland.

Early life and education William Shepard Bryan, Jr. was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to Elizabeth (née Edmondson) and William S. Bryan. He was the great-great-grandson of William Hayward, a member of the Maryland Court of Delegates. He attended St. Michael's School in Reistertown. He later attended Bethel Military Academy from 1876 to 1879 and graduated from the University of Virginia Law School in 1880 and read law in the office of his father. His nickname was Billy.

Bryan was a Democrat.

Bryan's law partner at the time of his death was A. deR. Sappington. They were law partners for about 11 years. In 1913, he considered running for the United States Senate, but ultimately decided to not to run. He was interred at Green Mount Cemetery in Baltimore.