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Thomas W. Phillips

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Aug 1, 2013: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Nov 15, 2002CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Nov 14, 2002 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jun 26, 2002 · Judiciary Committee hearing Sep 18, 2002 · Confirmed Nov 14, 2002 · voice vote · Born 1943, TN

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee	George W. Bush	Nov 15, 2002	Senior status since Aug 1, 2013

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.