Lewis Craig facts for kids
Lewis Craig, Lord Wrightslands (1569–1622) was an important Scottish judge. He was also a Senator of the College of Justice, which meant he was one of the top judges in Scotland. He lived a long time ago, during the late 1500s and early 1600s.
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Who Was Lewis Craig?
Lewis Craig was born in 1569. He was the oldest son of Thomas Craig of Riccarton and his wife, Helen Heriot. His father, Thomas Craig, was also a well-known lawyer and writer.
Early Life and Education
Lewis Craig started his education at the Edinburgh University. This university was quite new at the time. He worked hard and earned his Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in 1597.
Studying Law in Europe
After finishing his studies in Edinburgh, Lewis decided to learn even more about law. He traveled to Poitiers, a city in France, to study civil law. Civil law is a type of legal system used in many countries around the world.
A Career in Law
When Lewis Craig returned to Scotland, he became a member of the Faculty of Advocates in 1600. The Faculty of Advocates is a group of highly trained lawyers in Scotland. These lawyers are called "advocates" and they represent people in court.
Becoming a Judge
Because of his excellent legal knowledge and experience, Lewis Craig was knighted. This means he was given the title "Sir." Soon after, in 1604 or 1605, he was chosen to be an ordinary lord of session. This was a very important job, as it made him one of the main judges in Scotland's highest court.
Family Life
Lewis Craig inherited his father's properties when his father passed away in 1608. These properties included Riccarton House, which was west of Edinburgh. He also owned a townhouse in Edinburgh, near the famous Royal Mile.
Lewis Craig married a woman named Beatrice Chyrnesyde. They had two children together: a son named Thomas and a daughter named Janet. Janet later married a man named George Pringle. Lewis Craig passed away in 1622.
