Heyburn, John Gilpin II Born 1948 in Boston, MA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky Nominated by George H.W. Bush on March 20, 1992, to a seat vacated by Thomas A. Ballantine, Jr.. Confirmed by the Senate on August 12, 1992, and received commission on August 17, 1992. Served as chief judge, 2001-2008. Education: Harvard College, A.B., 1970 University of Kentucky College of Law, J.D., 1976 Professional Career: U.S. Army Reserve, 1970-1976 Private practice, Louisville, Kentucky, 1976-1992