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James Larry Edmondson

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit · Appointed by Ronald Reagan (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jul 15, 2012: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
May 7, 1986CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Apr 29, 1986 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Mar 26, 1986 · Judiciary Committee hearing Apr 16, 1986 · Confirmed Apr 29, 1986 · voice vote · Born 1947, GA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitRonald ReaganMay 7, 1986Senior status since Jul 15, 2012

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.