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Michael Daly Hawkins

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit · Appointed by William J. Clinton (Democratic)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Feb 12, 2010: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Sep 15, 1994CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Sep 14, 1994 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jul 13, 1994 · Judiciary Committee hearing Aug 11, 1994 · Confirmed Sep 14, 1994 · voice vote · Born 1945, AZ

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth CircuitWilliam J. ClintonSep 15, 1994Senior status since Feb 12, 2010

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.