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Nathaniel M. Gorton

Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts · Appointed by George H.W. Bush (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since May 31, 2025: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Sep 24, 1992CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Sep 23, 1992 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Apr 28, 1992 · Judiciary Committee hearing Aug 11, 1992 · Confirmed Sep 23, 1992 · voice vote · Born 1938, IL

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts	George H.W. Bush	Sep 24, 1992	Senior status since May 31, 2025

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.