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William A. Fletcher

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jan 24, 2022: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Oct 9, 1998CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

57–41Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Oct 8, 1998 (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 Apr 29, 1998 · Confirmed Oct 8, 1998 · roll call 57–41 · Born 1945, PA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit	William J. Clinton	Oct 9, 1998	Senior status since Jan 24, 2022

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.