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William H. Steele

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jun 8, 2017: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Mar 14, 2003CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Mar 13, 2003 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jan 7, 2003 · Judiciary Committee hearing Feb 12, 2003 · Confirmed Mar 13, 2003 · voice vote · Born 1951, AL

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Alabama	George W. Bush	Mar 14, 2003	Senior status since Jun 8, 2017

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.