David Lloyd (judge)
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| David Lloyd | |
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| 1717 – April 6, 1731 | |
| Preceded by | Roger Mempesson |
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| Succeeded by | James Logan |
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| 1693 – 1728 | |
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| Born | 1656 Montgomeryshire, Wales. |
| Died | April 6, 1731 Chester, Pennsylvania. |
| Residence | Chester, Pennsylvania. |
| Political party | Popular |
| Spouse | Grace |
| Profession | lawyer |
David Lloyd (1656 – April 6, 1731) was an American lawyer and politician from colonial Chester, Pennsylvania. He was William Penn's personal lawyer, Attorney General of Pennsylvania and a member of the Popular or Quaker party who served in the Pennsylvania General Assembly, frequently as Speaker. He was also Chief Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.
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[edit] Early life and family
Lloyd was born in 1656 in the parish of Marrayon, Montgomeryshire, Wales.
[edit] Career
He received a legal education, and in 1686 was sent by William Penn to Pennsylvania and served as Attorney General of the province from 1686 until 1710. He became successively clerk of the county court of Philadelphia, deputy to the master of the rolls, and clerk of the provincial court. In 1689 he was clerk of the assembly. He was a member of the Pennsylvania General Assembly for 23 years between 1693 and 1728, representing at various times Chester County, Philadelphia County, and the City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 13 of those years he was the Speaker. He also served for five years as a member of the provincial council. In 1703 he accepted the office of deputy judge and advocate to the admiralty. In 1717 he was appointed Chief Justice of the province and served until his death.
[edit] Death and legacy
Lloyd died April 6, 1731 in Chester, Pennsylvania and is buried St. Paul's Burying ground in Chester.
