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Thomas L. Ambro

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Feb 6, 2023: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Feb 16, 2000CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

96–2Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Feb 10, 2000 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Sep 28, 1999 · Judiciary Committee hearing Nov 10, 1999 · Confirmed Feb 10, 2000 · roll call 96–2 · Born 1949, OH

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit	William J. Clinton	Feb 16, 2000	Senior status since Feb 6, 2023

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.