The Parliament of Paris was a sovereign court in France, established in the 13th century. It served as the highest court of justice and was responsible for registering royal edicts and laws. The Parliament played a crucial role in the French legal system and was composed of magistrates known as parlementaires. Throughout its history, the Parliament of Paris became a center for political power and influence, often clashing with the monarchy. It was dissolved during the French Revolution in 1790, as revolutionary leaders sought to eliminate the old regime's institutions and establish a new legal framework for the nation.