I do not pretend to dispense equity at large, but only by t… - John Holt

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I do not pretend to dispense equity at large, but only by the consent of the parties, upon a rule of Court.

John Holt

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John Holt (Lord Chief Justice) (23 December 1642 – 5 March 1710) was an English lawyer and served as Lord Chief Justice of England from 17 April 1689 to his death.

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I do not pretend to dispense equity at large, but only by the consent of the parties, upon a rule of Court. - John Holt

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