History of the King's Inns, Vol. 1 of 3: Or an Account of the Legal Body in Ireland, From Its Connexion Wth England (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Bartholomew Thomas Duhigg

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656366559 ISBN 13: 9780656366552

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A clear, historical account of Ireland’s legal ranks and a proposed path to reform the King's Inns.

This edition presents a detailed narrative of the Irish legal body, its leadership, and the debates that shaped its modern role. It sheds light on how past decisions and institutional challenges influenced law and governance in Ireland.

From the early institution of its treasurers to the debates over independence and accountability, the book traces the evolution of the Inn’s internal life. It examines key figures, the dynamics between Benchers, Attornies, and the Crown, and the public impact of legal practice in a changing nation.

The author interweaves historical moments with practical proposals, including a thoughtful plan for returning morality, chaplaincy, and administrative reform to the Inn. The work blends narrative with excerpts and reflections on how such reforms might affect jurists, students, and the broader legal community.

• Character sketches of notable Irish jurists and how they influenced the Inn’s direction
• Analysis of governance, funds, and the tension between tradition and reform
• Proposals for chapel, reader roles, and improved professional standards
• Context on the relationship between Irish law, Parliament, and English Inns of Court

Ideal for readers of legal history, institutional reform, and 18th–19th century Ireland, who want a grounded look at how law and society intersected then—and why it matters now.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656366559
• ISBN 13: 9780656366552
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 644