Richard Broke (judge) facts for kids
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Sir Richard Broke
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| Died | May or June 1529 |
| Occupation | Judge |
| Years active | from before 1510, up to 1529 |
| Title | Chief Baron of the Exchequer |
| Term | 1526–1529 |
| Successor | Sir Richard Lyster |
| Children | 3 sons, 4 daughters |
Sir Richard Broke (died 1529) was an important English judge. He held a high position called Chief Baron of the Exchequer. This role involved overseeing the country's money matters and legal cases related to them.
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Early Life and Family
Richard Broke was born in Cheshire, England. He was the fourth son of Thomas Broke of a place called Leighton. His family had lived in Leighton for a very long time, since the 1100s.
A Career in Law
Sir Richard Broke had a long and successful career in law. He started working as a lawyer and quickly moved up.
Becoming a Serjeant-at-Law
In 1510, Richard Broke became a "serjeant-at-law". This was a special title for very experienced lawyers. It was a big honor and showed he was one of the best legal minds of his time.
Roles in London
From 1511 to 1520, Sir Richard served as the Recorder of London. This meant he was the main legal advisor to the City of London. He also helped manage legal cases there. He might have also represented London in the English Parliament.
Becoming a Judge
In 1520, Richard Broke became a judge in the Court of Common Pleas. This court handled many common legal disputes. Around this time, he was also made a knight, which meant he was given the title "Sir."
Chief Baron of the Exchequer
In 1526, Sir Richard Broke received a very important promotion. He became the Chief Baron of the Exchequer. He kept this high position until he passed away in 1529.
Later Life and Legacy
Sir Richard Broke continued to work on many legal cases and commissions across England. He was a respected figure in the legal system.
Family Life
Sir Richard Broke was married and had a family. He had three sons named Robert, William, and John. He also had four daughters: Bridget, Cicely, Elizabeth, and Margaret. His daughter Bridget inherited land in Suffolk, which later passed to the Broke family. Another daughter, Margaret, married a well-known lawyer named William Whorwood.
Property and Descendants
Sir Richard owned land in several parts of England, including Norfolk, Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. His family line continued for many years. One of his descendants, Robert Broke, was given a special title called "baronet" in 1661.
