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Joseph H. McKinley, Jr.

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jun 9, 2019: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Aug 14, 1995CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Aug 11, 1995 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated May 24, 1995 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 18, 1995 · Confirmed Aug 11, 1995 · voice vote · Born 1954, KY

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Western District of KentuckyWilliam J. ClintonAug 14, 1995Senior status since Jun 9, 2019

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.