Karl Eduard Zachariae von Lingenthal

German lawyer and legal scholar

Karl Eduard Zachariae von Lingenthal - German lawyer and legal scholar
Born

December 24th, 1812
212 years ago

Died

June 3rd, 1894
130 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Germany

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Born in 1812, a prominent lawyer and jurist contributed extensively to the development of German law. Engaged in legal academia and served in various judicial capacities. Authored key legal texts that became essential references in German jurisprudence. His works focussed on civil law and administrative justice, shaping contemporary understanding and application of these fields within Germany.

Authored influential legal texts

Contributed to civil law development

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