The Man of Law is presented as an excellent attorney. He makes no mistakes, since he knows all the statutes and cases since William the Conqueror by heart. He can draw up flawless legal documents of any kind and has often been judge at the Assize Courts. Yet he seems busier than he really was and is mainly interested in large fees and costly robes, although he does not wear his gown on the journey.

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