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Virginia A. Phillips

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Feb 14, 2022: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Nov 15, 1999CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Nov 10, 1999 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jan 26, 1999 · Judiciary Committee hearing Oct 26, 1999 · Confirmed Nov 10, 1999 · voice vote · Born 1957, CA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	William J. Clinton	Nov 15, 1999	Senior status since Feb 14, 2022

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.