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Arenda Lauretta Wright Allen

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia · Appointed by Barack Obama (Democratic)

SeniorStatusSenior status since May 13, 2026: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
May 12, 2011CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
96–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed May 11, 2011 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 5, 2011 · Judiciary Committee hearing Feb 16, 2011 · Confirmed May 11, 2011 · roll call 96–0 · Born 1960, PA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of VirginiaBarack ObamaMay 12, 2011Senior status since May 13, 2026

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.