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M. James Lorenz

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Oct 25, 2009: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Oct 5, 1999CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Oct 1, 1999 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Mar 8, 1999 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 29, 1999 · Confirmed Oct 1, 1999 · voice vote · Born 1935, CA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California	William J. Clinton	Oct 5, 1999	Senior status since Oct 25, 2009

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.