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Michael Francis Urbanski

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jul 4, 2024: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
May 13, 2011CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
94–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed May 12, 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 Feb 16, 2011 · Confirmed May 12, 2011 · roll call 94–0 · Born 1956, Italy

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Western District of VirginiaBarack ObamaMay 13, 2011Senior status since Jul 4, 2024

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.