Edward Bulstrode facts for kids

Edward Bulstrode (born in 1588) was an important English lawyer. He was the second son of Edward Bulstrode and Cecilia Croke. Edward grew up near Beaconsfield in Buckinghamshire, England. He became a well-known legal expert during a time of big changes in England.

Edward Bulstrode: A Life in Law

Edward Bulstrode started his education at St. John's College, Oxford in 1603. He later joined the Inner Temple in London in 1605. The Inner Temple was a special place where people studied to become lawyers.

Becoming a Lawyer

Edward worked hard and became a lawyer on January 13, 1613. This meant he could now represent people in court. Later, in 1629, he became a "bencher" at the Inner Temple. A bencher is a senior member who helps run the legal society. In 1632, he was chosen as a "Lent reader," which meant he gave important lectures on law to other students.

Serving as a Judge

During a time of rebellion in England, Edward Bulstrode's nephew, Bulstrode Whitelock, helped him become a judge. In 1649, Edward was made one of the judges for North Wales. He also traveled around, serving as a judge in other areas, like Warwickshire, in 1653. He owned land in Astley, Warwickshire.

His Final Years

Edward Bulstrode passed away in April 1659, when he was about 71 years old. He was buried in the church near the Inner Temple, where he had spent so much of his life. At the time of his death, he was still a respected senior member of the Inner Temple.

Edward Bulstrode's Important Writings

Edward Bulstrode was not only a lawyer and a judge but also an author. He wrote two main works that are still remembered today.

A Golden Chain

In 1657, he published a book called "A Golden Chain." This book was a collection of wise sayings and thoughts. It included ideas from the Bible and other writers, all put together to offer comfort and guidance.

Legal Reports

His most famous work is his "Reports of divers Resolutions and Judgments." These were published in three parts between 1657 and 1659. These "reports" were like detailed notes and summaries of important court decisions and legal rulings. They helped other lawyers understand how the law was being used. These reports were so useful that they were reprinted in 1688, showing how important his work was to the legal world.