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Nicholas Garaufis

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Oct 1, 2014: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

May 25, 2000CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed May 24, 2000 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Feb 28, 2000 · Judiciary Committee hearing Apr 27, 2000 · Confirmed May 24, 2000 · voice vote · Born 1948, NJ

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York	William J. Clinton	May 25, 2000	Senior status since Oct 1, 2014

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.