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Robert S. Lasnik

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington · Appointed by William J. Clinton (Democratic)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jan 27, 2016: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Oct 22, 1998CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Oct 21, 1998 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated May 11, 1998 · Judiciary Committee hearing Oct 1, 1998 · Confirmed Oct 21, 1998 · voice vote · Born 1951, NY

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington	William J. Clinton	Oct 22, 1998	Senior status since Jan 27, 2016

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.