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D. Michael Fisher

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit · Appointed by George W. Bush (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Feb 1, 2017: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Dec 11, 2003CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Dec 9, 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 Oct 15, 2003 · Confirmed Dec 9, 2003 · voice vote · Born 1944, PA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit	George W. Bush	Dec 11, 2003	Senior status since Feb 1, 2017

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.