Mishler, Jacob Born April 20, 1911, in New York, NY Died January 26, 2004, in West Palm Beach, FL Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on June 10, 1960, to a seat vacated by Mortimer Byers. Confirmed by the Senate on July 2, 1960, and received commission on July 6, 1960. Served as chief judge, 1969-1980. Assumed senior status on April 30, 1980. Service terminated on January 26, 2004, due to death. Education: New York University, B.S., 1931 New York University School of Law, J.D., 1933 Professional Career: Private practice, Long Island City, New York, 1934-1959, 1960 Justice, Supreme Court of the State of New York, 1959 Portraits