Charles Molloy (lawyer) facts for kids
Charles Molloy (born 1640 – died 1690) was an Irish lawyer. He became famous for writing books about maritime law. Maritime law is about rules for ships and the sea.
About Charles Molloy
Charles Molloy was born in 1640 in a place called King's County, Ireland. His father's name was John Molloy.
He studied law in London. He joined a famous law school called Lincoln's Inn in 1667. Later, in 1669, he also joined Gray's Inn. He became a barrister, which is a type of lawyer who argues cases in court.
Charles Molloy passed away in London in 1690.
His Writings
Molloy wrote an important book about maritime law and business. Its full title was De Jure Maritimo et Navali. This book was very successful.
It became a standard book for people studying sea laws for a long time. It was especially helpful because it looked at things from the point of view of merchants, who are people who buy and sell goods.
Molloy also published another book in 1666. It was called Holland's Ingratitude, or a Serious Expostulation with the Dutch.
See Also
- Froinsias Ó Maolmhuaidh (also known as Francis Molloy), a grammarian
