Lawrence Hyde
English lawyer and legal scholar
Born
1562
463 years ago
Died
January 26th, 1641
384 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
England
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A prominent English lawyer engaged in legal practice during the early 17th century. Contributed to the development of legal theory and practice in England. His work included significant involvement in various legal cases and discussions surrounding English law. Held the position of a judge, participating in important legal decisions of the time, which helped shape the judicial landscape of the era.
Served as a justice during the English Civil War
Contributed to legal reforms in England
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