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Atsushi Wallace Tashima

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jun 30, 2004: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Jan 4, 1996CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jan 2, 1996 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Apr 6, 1995 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 18, 1995 · Confirmed Jan 2, 1996 · voice vote · Born 1934, CA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaJimmy CarterJun 30, 1980Appointment to Another Judicial Position Jan 8, 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth CircuitWilliam J. ClintonJan 4, 1996Senior status since Jun 30, 2004

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.