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Sarah S. Vance

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jan 16, 2024: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Sep 29, 1994CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Sep 28, 1994 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jun 8, 1994 · Judiciary Committee hearing Aug 17, 1994 · Confirmed Sep 28, 1994 · voice vote · Born 1950, LA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana	William J. Clinton	Sep 29, 1994	Senior status since Jan 16, 2024

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.