Lawrence Hyde

English lawyer and legal scholar

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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