Theobald was instrumental in the early spread of Roman law to England , inviting the Bologna - schooled jurist Vacarius to join his administration and advise on legal matters .
Theobald 's household included many young men of ability , including his successor Thomas Becket .
Theobald was instrumental in the early spread of Roman law to England , inviting the Bologna - schooled jurist Vacarius to join Theobald 's administration and advise on legal matters .
Theobald 's household included many young men of ability , including his successor Thomas Becket .