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Paul Brian Matey

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit · Appointed by Donald J. Trump (Republican)

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Mar 18, 2019CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
54–45Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Mar 12, 2019 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 23, 2019 · Judiciary Committee hearing (not listed) · Confirmed Mar 12, 2019 · roll call 54–45 · Born 1971, NJ

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third CircuitDonald J. TrumpMar 18, 2019Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.