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F. Dennis Saylor, IV

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jul 31, 2025: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Jun 2, 2004CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

89–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 1, 2004 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jul 30, 2003 · Judiciary Committee hearing Nov 12, 2003 · Confirmed Jun 1, 2004 · roll call 89–0 · Born 1955, MI

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts	George W. Bush	Jun 2, 2004	Senior status since Jul 31, 2025

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.