John William Sterling
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"John W. Sterling" redirects here. Not to be confused with John Whelan Sterling.
John William Sterling (May 12, 1844 – July 5, 1918) was a founding partner of Shearman & Sterling LLP and major benefactor to Yale University.
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John William Sterling | |
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Born | (1844-05-12)May 12, 1844 |
Died | July 5, 1918(1918-07-05) (aged 74) Grand-Métis, Quebec, Canada |
Resting place | Woodlawn Cemetery 40.889°N 73.8734°W / 40.889; -73.8734 |
Alma mater | Yale University (BA) Columbia University (LLB, MA) |
Occupation | Lawyer |
Known for | Co-founder of Shearman & Sterling; bequest of $18 million to Yale University |
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