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Jon Ormond Newman

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit · Appointed by Jimmy Carter (Democratic)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jul 1, 1997: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Jun 21, 1979CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 19, 1979 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Not listedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Apr 30, 1979 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jun 7, 1979 · Confirmed Jun 19, 1979 · voice vote · Born 1932, NY

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the District of ConnecticutRichard M. NixonDec 15, 1971Appointment to Another Judicial Position Jun 25, 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second CircuitJimmy CarterJun 21, 1979Senior status since Jul 1, 1997

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.