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Lawrence Joseph O'Neill

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Feb 2, 2020: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Feb 2, 2007CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
97–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Feb 1, 2007 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 9, 2007 · Judiciary Committee hearing (not listed) · Confirmed Feb 1, 2007 · roll call 97–0 · Born 1952, CA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of CaliforniaGeorge W. BushFeb 2, 2007Senior status since Feb 2, 2020

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.