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Richard J. Leon

Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia · Appointed by George W. Bush (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Dec 31, 2016: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Feb 19, 2002CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Feb 14, 2002 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Sep 10, 2001 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jan 24, 2002 · Confirmed Feb 14, 2002 · voice vote · Born 1949, MA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia	George W. Bush	Feb 19, 2002	Senior status since Dec 31, 2016

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.