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Lance M. Africk

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana · Appointed by George W. Bush (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Oct 1, 2024: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Apr 17, 2002CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

97–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Apr 17, 2002 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jan 23, 2002 · Judiciary Committee hearing Mar 19, 2002 · Confirmed Apr 17, 2002 · roll call 97–0 · Born 1951, NY

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana	George W. Bush	Apr 17, 2002	Senior status since Oct 1, 2024

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.