The clergyman comes on questions that arise out of his benefice, the churchyard, ecclesiastical privileges, the schools, and about his own private property.

The labourer comes about his cottage and garden--an estate as important to him as his three thousand acres to the squire--or as a witness.

The tradesman, the builder, the banker come for financial as well as legal objects.

As the town develops, and plots are needed for houses and streets, the resort to the solicitor increases tenfold.

Companies are formed and require his advice.