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Nora Barry Fischer

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jun 13, 2019: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Apr 2, 2007CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

96–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Feb 14, 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 14, 2007 · roll call 96–0 · Born 1951, PA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania	George W. Bush	Apr 2, 2007	Senior status since Jun 13, 2019

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.