Lechmere, Nicholas (1613-10-04 - 1701-04-30)

GEMMS Person ID
GEMMS-PERSON- 1303
(old series: GEMMS-PERSON-1436)
Name
Nicholas Lechmere
Title
Sir
Gender
Male
Lived
b. ca. 1613-10-04 d. 1701-04-30 (new)
Linked Sermons
Source of Data

Anne James

Biographical Sources Consulted

ODNB (Article: 16261)

Other note

Lechmere was born at Hanley Castle, Worcestershire and educated at Wadham College, Oxford and the Middle Temple before being called to the bar in 1641. He supported parliament during the civil war and was a member of the committee for plundered ministers. He returned to his legal career following the Restoration. Resigned from his judgeship in June 1700 citing extreme old age. Died 30 April 1701.

GEMMS record created
May 7, 2017
GEMMS record last edited
July 15, 2024