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195 ESTCROFT V BYRKEHILL
John Estcroft, esq v John Byrkehill
February 1639
Abstract
Dr Duck presented the libel on behalf of Estcrofte in February 1639; but the cause and result of his complaint against Byrkehill remain unknown.
Summary of proceedings
Dr Duck acted as counsel for Estcroft and Dr Swett for Byrkehill. On 21 February Swett appeared on behalf of Byrkehill and Dr Duck presented the libel which Swett denied.
Documents
- Proceedings
- Proceedings before Arundel: 1/6, fos. 20-33 (21 Feb 1639)
People mentioned in the case
- Byrkehill, John
- Duck, Arthur, lawyer
- Estcroft, John, esq
- Howard, Thomas, earl of Arundel and Surrey
- Swett, Giles, lawyer (also Sweit)