Lungstrum, John Watson Born 1945 in Topeka, KS Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Kansas Nominated by George H.W. Bush on July 24, 1991, to a seat vacated by Dale E. Saffels. Confirmed by the Senate on October 31, 1991, and received commission on November 5, 1991. Served as chief judge, 2001-2007. Assumed senior status on November 2, 2010. Education: Yale University, B.A., 1967 University of Kansas School of Law, J.D., 1970 Professional Career: Private practice, Los Angeles, California, 1970-1971 U.S. Army lieutenant, 1971-1972 Private practice, Lawrence, Kansas, 1972-1991 Lecturer, University of Kansas School of Law, 1973-1982, 1986, 1989-1991, 1993