Baldus de Ubaldis

Italian jurist and legal scholar

Baldus de Ubaldis - Italian jurist and legal scholar
Born

1327
698 years ago

Died

April 28th, 1400
624 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Italy

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Prominent during the late Middle Ages, a jurist significantly influenced legal theory and practice. His contributions to the development of civil law were particularly important. De Ubaldis served as a professor of law at the University of Perugia, where he taught and wrote extensively on legal principles, codifying many of them into his notable works. Many of his teachings shaped the understanding of Roman and canon law, helping to bridge the gap between classical jurisprudence and contemporary legal systems.

Published numerous commentaries on legal texts

Developed theories on Roman law significance

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