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Alan David Lourie

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit · Appointed by George H.W. Bush (Republican)

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Apr 6, 1990CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Apr 5, 1990 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 24, 1990 · Judiciary Committee hearing Mar 22, 1990 · Confirmed Apr 5, 1990 · voice vote · Born 1935, MA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal CircuitGeorge H.W. BushApr 6, 1990Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.