John Toler, 1st Earl of Norbury
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John Toler, 1st Earl of Norbury PC, KC (3 December 1745 – 27 July 1831), known as The Lord Norbury between 1800 and 1827, was an Irish lawyer, politician and judge. A greatly controversial figure in his time, he was nicknamed the "Hanging Judge" and was considered to be one of the most corrupt legal figures in Irish history.[1] He was Chief Justice of the Irish Common Pleas between 1800 and 1827.[2]
Quick Facts Chief Justice of the Irish Common Pleas, Monarchs ...
The Earl of Norbury | |
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Chief Justice of the Irish Common Pleas | |
In office 1800–1827 | |
Monarchs | George III George IV |
Preceded by | The Viscount Carleton |
Succeeded by | William Plunket, 1st Baron Plunket |
Personal details | |
Born | 3 December 1745 (1745-12-03) Beechwood, County Tipperary |
Died | 27 July 1831 (1831-07-28) Great Denmark Street, Dublin |
Nationality | Irish |
Spouse | Grace Graham (d. 1827) |
Alma mater | Trinity College Dublin |
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