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Forme autorisée du nom
forme(s) parallèle(s) du nom
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- Recorder; 1385-20th century
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First mentioned in 1385, the recorder was chief legal advisor to the Corporation and a professional lawyer. They were usually chosen by the Corporation but were occasionally royal appointees. The post acquired some of the sheriff's legal functions in 1835.
Acquired some legal functions from Sheriff in 1835.
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Statut légal
Functions, occupations and activities
Legal advisor to the city, recorders also acted as ambassadors for city affairs. Their careers were typically legal and professional rather than civic and local. Prior to 1835 they presided as judge in the Quarter sessions.
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Contexte général
First mentioned in 1385, the recorder was chief legal advisor to the Corporation and a professional lawyer. They were usually chosen by the Corporation but were occasionally royal appointees. The post acquired some of the sheriff's legal functions in 1835.
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International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) - Ottawa
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VCH York