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Rebecca R. Pallmeyer

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Aug 1, 2024: 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 Jul 31, 1997 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 16, 1998 · Confirmed Oct 21, 1998 · voice vote · Born 1954, Japan

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of IllinoisWilliam J. ClintonOct 22, 1998Senior status since Aug 1, 2024

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.