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Kenneth Francis Ripple

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit · Appointed by Ronald Reagan (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Sep 1, 2008: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
May 10, 1985CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed May 3, 1985 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Apr 1, 1985 · Judiciary Committee hearing Apr 24, 1985 · Confirmed May 3, 1985 · voice vote · Born 1943, PA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh CircuitRonald ReaganMay 10, 1985Senior status since Sep 1, 2008

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.