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J[ohn] Michael Seabright

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jan 30, 2024: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Apr 28, 2005CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

98–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Apr 27, 2005 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Feb 14, 2005 · Judiciary Committee hearing (not listed) · Confirmed Apr 27, 2005 · roll call 98–0 · Born 1959, WV

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the District of Hawaii	George W. Bush	Apr 28, 2005	Senior status since Jan 30, 2024

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.