Kovachevich, Elizabeth Anne Born 1936 in Canton, IL Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida Nominated by Ronald Reagan on January 26, 1982, to a seat vacated by George C. Young. Confirmed by the Senate on March 4, 1982, and received commission on March 9, 1982. Served as chief judge, 1996-2002. Education: St. Petersburg Junior College, A.A., 1956 University of Miami, B.B.A., 1958 Stetson University College of Law, J.D., 1961 Professional Career: Research/administrative aide, Pinellas County Legislative Delegation, Florida State Legislature, 1961 Private practice, St. Petersburg, Florida, 1961-1973 Judge, Circuit Court of Florida, Sixth Judicial Circuit, 1973-1982