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Eric L. Clay

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.

Aug 1, 1997CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jul 31, 1997 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jan 7, 1997 · Judiciary Committee hearing May 7, 1997 · Confirmed Jul 31, 1997 · voice vote · Born 1948, NC

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit	William J. Clinton	Aug 1, 1997	Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.