Lawrence, Philip Kissick Born in New York, NY Died May 19, 1841, in New Orleans, LA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana Nominated by Martin Van Buren on September 6, 1837, to a seat vacated by Samuel H. Harper. Confirmed by the Senate on September 12, 1837, and received commission on September 12, 1837. Service terminated on March 19, 1841, due to death. Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana Nominated by Martin Van Buren on September 6, 1837, to a seat vacated by Samuel H. Harper. Confirmed by the Senate on September 12, 1837, and received commission on September 12, 1837. Service terminated on March 19, 1841, due to death. Professional Career: Private practice, New Orleans, Louisiana, -1837 State representative, Louisiana Editor, New Orleans [Louisiana] Morning Post, 1835-1836 U.S. attorney for the Districts of Louisiana, -1837