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James I. Cohn

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Aug 5, 2016: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Aug 1, 2003CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

96–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Jul 31, 2003 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated May 1, 2003 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 9, 2003 · Confirmed Jul 31, 2003 · roll call 96–0 · Born 1948, AL

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida	George W. Bush	Aug 1, 2003	Senior status since Aug 5, 2016

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.