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Cathy Seibel

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York · Appointed by George W. Bush (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Nov 3, 2025: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Jul 30, 2008CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jul 22, 2008 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Mar 11, 2008 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jun 11, 2008 · Confirmed Jul 22, 2008 · voice vote · Born 1960, NY

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York	George W. Bush	Jul 30, 2008	Senior status since Nov 3, 2025

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.