Early Life and Legal Career
Wright was born in San Jacinto, California on December 24, 1892. He attended the University of Southern California and secured a Bachelor of Laws degree from its law school in 1915. He began the practice of law, which he would remain in for fifty-five years, in Los Angeles.
Wright became known for his representation of movie actors. He represented Mary Pickford in her divorce suit against Douglas Fairbanks Sr.. He also represented Charlie Chaplin, Jack Benny, Mae West and D.W. Griffith. From 1921 to 1936, Wright lectured at U.S.C.'s law school.
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