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Edward Milton Chen

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California · Appointed by Barack Obama (Democratic)

SeniorStatusSenior status since May 17, 2022: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
May 12, 2011CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
56–42Senate confirmation voteConfirmed May 10, 2011 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 5, 2011 · Judiciary Committee hearing (not listed) · Confirmed May 10, 2011 · roll call 56–42 · Born 1953, CA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of CaliforniaBarack ObamaMay 12, 2011Senior status since May 17, 2022

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.