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Joseph S. Van Bokkelen

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Sep 29, 2017: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Jul 18, 2007CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 28, 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 Apr 11, 2007 · Confirmed Jun 28, 2007 · voice vote · Born 1943, IL

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana	George W. Bush	Jul 18, 2007	Senior status since Sep 29, 2017

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.