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Frank William Volk Chief Judge

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia · Appointed by Donald J. Trump (Republican)

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Oct 17, 2019CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
92–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Oct 16, 2019 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Apr 4, 2019 · Judiciary Committee hearing May 22, 2019 · Confirmed Oct 16, 2019 · roll call 92–0 · Born 1965, WV

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West VirginiaDonald J. TrumpOct 17, 2019Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.