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Robert F. Kelly

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania · Appointed by Ronald Reagan (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jul 17, 2001: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Jun 26, 1987CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 25, 1987 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated May 1, 1987 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jun 3, 1987 · Confirmed Jun 25, 1987 · voice vote · Born 1935, PA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania	Ronald Reagan	Jun 26, 1987	Senior status since Jul 17, 2001

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.