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Joseph F. Bataillon

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Oct 3, 2014: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Sep 18, 1997CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
100–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Sep 11, 1997 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 7, 1997 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 22, 1997 · Confirmed Sep 11, 1997 · roll call 100–0 · Born 1949, NE

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the District of NebraskaWilliam J. ClintonSep 18, 1997Senior status since Oct 3, 2014

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.