Proctors: Prichard, John
JOHN PRICHARD
Notary public
JOHN PRICHARD,
Qualifications: Bachelor of Laws
Career: acting as proctor in the Chester Consistory Court by 1565
Possibly studied at Oxford he may be ‘John ap Prichard – studied 5 years, B.C.L. 29 May, 1560.’ British History Online: https://www.british-history.ac.uk/alumni-oxon/1500-1714/pp1208-1224
Sat as substitute for the bishop’s official, Robert Leche, in July 1566 and passed sentence in a defamation cause (EDC 5 1566/20).
CAUSES:
| Reference | Type of cause | Role | Outcome | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDC 5/1566/8 | Tithes - barley, hay | Proctor for defendant | Plaintiff won | |
| EDC 5/1566/12 | Tithes - calves, cows, gardens, lambs, sheep, wool | Proctor for defendant | Defendant won | It was unusual for a plaintiff not to win |
| EDC 5/1566/15 | Tithes - hay | Proctor for defendant | Plaintiff won | |
| EDC 5/1575/2 | Defamation -sexual slander | Proctor for defendant | Plaintiff won | See EDC 5 1576/2 for sentence |
| EDC 5/1575/5 | Defamation - unknown | Proctor for defendant | Plaintiff won | |
| EDC 5/1575/15 | Tithes - hay | Proctor for defendant | Plaintiff won |