Julius Caesar (judge) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids The Right Honourable Sir Julius Caesar
Master of the Rolls
In office 1614–1636
Monarch	James I Charles I
Preceded by	Sir Edward Phelips
Succeeded by	Sir Dudley Digges
Chancellor of the Exchequer
In office 1606–1614
Monarch	James I
Preceded by	The Earl of Dunbar
Succeeded by	Sir Fulke Greville
Personal details
Born	1557/1558 Middlesex, England
Died	18 April 1636
Spouses	Dorcas Lusher (d. 1595) Alice Dent ​ ​ (m. 1596; died 1614)​ Anne Hogan ​ (m. 1615)​
Children	Julius Caesar Sir Charles Caesar Sir John Caesar Robert Caesar
Parents	Cesare Adelmare Margery Perient
Alma mater	Magdalen Hall, Oxford University of Paris
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Sir Julius Caesar (born 1557 or 1558, died April 18, 1636) was an important English lawyer, judge, and politician. He served in the House of Commons, which is like a part of today's Parliament. He was also known by his original family name, Julius Adelmare.

Early Life and Education

Caesar was born near Tottenham in Middlesex, England. His father, Cesare Adelmare, came from Treviso, Italy. His mother was Margery Perient. Cesare Adelmare was a doctor, just like many people in his family before him. He studied at the University of Padua in Italy.

Cesare Adelmare moved to England and became a doctor there. He was even a physician to Queens Mary I and Elizabeth I. Julius Caesar's grandfather was also a judge and ambassador. His grandmother, Paola Cesarini, came from a famous Roman family.

Julius Caesar was baptized in February 1558. Important people like the Lord Treasurer and the Earl of Arundel were his sponsors. After his father passed away, his mother married Michael Lok.

Julius Caesar likely went to Winchester College. He then studied at Magdalen Hall, Oxford, and later at the University of Paris. He earned degrees in law from both universities.

A Career in Law and Politics

Julius Caesar was known for working hard to advance his career and earn more money. He started his career as a commissioner dealing with piracy in 1581. He also worked as a lawyer for the City of London. In 1584, he became a judge in the High Court of Admiralty, which handled sea-related legal cases. He held this job until 1605.

He became a master in chancery in 1588. This was an important legal role. In 1589, he was elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Reigate. He continued to be elected as an MP for different areas, including Bletchingley and Windsor.

Queen Elizabeth I even visited his home in Mitcham in 1598. She stayed the night and had dinner with him. This shows how important he had become.

Serving King James I

When King James I came to power, Sir Julius Caesar gained even more influence. He was knighted by King James in 1603. This meant he could be called "Sir Julius Caesar." He also became a commissioner for the church in 1603.

In 1606, he was elected MP for Middlesex. From 1606 to 1614, he served as the Chancellor of the Exchequer. This role was like being the head of the country's finances. In 1607, he joined the Privy Council, a group of advisors to the King.

In 1614, he became the Master of the Rolls. This was a very high position in the legal system. He kept this job until he died in 1636. He was re-elected MP for Middlesex in 1614 and for Maldon in 1621.

Later Life and Legacy

Sir Julius Caesar passed away at the age of 79 in 1636. He was buried in a church called Great St. Helen's in London.

He was a very dedicated public servant. He left behind many important papers about his work. These papers included notes on the Exchequer, which was the government's treasury. He also wrote a book about the Privy Council in 1625. His old papers and writings are now in the British Museum.

Personal Life and Family

A book from Sir Julius Caesar's travelling library, now in the British Library

Sir Julius Caesar was married three times.

• His first wife was Dorcas Lusher. They had four sons and one daughter.
• His second wife was Alice Dent, whom he married in 1596. They had three more sons.
• His third wife was Anne Hogan, whom he married in 1615. Anne was related to the famous philosopher Francis Bacon.

Sir Julius Caesar had several notable children:

• His son, also named Julius Caesar, studied at the University of Padua. He passed away at a young age in 1607.
• His son, Sir Charles Caesar, became a Member of Parliament. He also followed in his father's footsteps, becoming the Master of the Rolls from 1639 to 1642.
• His son, Sir John Caesar, was a country gentleman. He was knighted in Scotland in 1617.
• His son, Robert Caesar, was a lawyer and also served as a Member of Parliament.