Kazen, George P. Born 1940 in Laredo, TX Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas Nominated by Jimmy Carter on March 7, 1979, to a new seat authorized by 92 Stat. 1629. Confirmed by the Senate on May 10, 1979, and received commission on May 11, 1979. Served as chief judge, 1996-2003. Assumed senior status on May 31, 2009. Education: University of Texas, B.B.A., 1960 University of Texas School of Law, J.D., 1961 Professional Career: Briefing attorney, Supreme Court of Texas, 1961-1962 U.S. Air Force captain, JAG Corps, 1962-1965 Private practice, Laredo, Texas, 1965-1979 Adjunct professor of law, St. Mary's University Law School, 1990-