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Susan Yvonne Illston

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California · Appointed by William J. Clinton (Democratic)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jul 1, 2013: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

May 26, 1995CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed May 25, 1995 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 23, 1995 · Judiciary Committee hearing Mar 28, 1995 · Confirmed May 25, 1995 · voice vote · Born 1948, Japan

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	William J. Clinton	May 26, 1995	Senior status since Jul 1, 2013

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.