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Gary A. Fenner

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri · Appointed by William J. Clinton (Democratic)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Sep 8, 2015: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Jul 25, 1996CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jul 10, 1996 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Dec 13, 1995 · Judiciary Committee hearing Feb 28, 1996 · Confirmed Jul 10, 1996 · voice vote · Born 1947, MO

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Western District of MissouriWilliam J. ClintonJul 25, 1996Senior status since Sep 8, 2015

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.