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Richard M. Berman

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Sep 11, 2011: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Oct 22, 1998CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Oct 21, 1998 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated May 21, 1998 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 30, 1998 · Confirmed Oct 21, 1998 · voice vote · Born 1943, NY

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York	William J. Clinton	Oct 22, 1998	Senior status since Sep 11, 2011

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.