Aguesseau Henri-francois 1668-1751 Studied Law Appointed Third
barrister of the Parliament of Paris, 1690; and attorney-general, 1700.
Seventeen years later became chancellor. His opposition to Law's
financial scheme brought about his temporary disgrace. Reappointed after
the failure of Law's bank, and retired, 1722. Joined the administration
again in 1727 as minister of justice, and finally retired, 1750.