History of the Federal Judiciary


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Muir, Malcolm
Born October 20, 1914, in Englewood, NJ
Died July 22, 2011, in Williamsport, PA

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on September 28, 1970, to a new seat authorized by 84 Stat. 294. Confirmed by the Senate on October 8, 1970, and received commission on October 14, 1970. Assumed senior status on August 31, 1984. Service terminated on July 22, 2011, due to death.

Education:
Lehigh University, B.A., 1935
Harvard Law School, LL.B., 1938

Professional Career:
Private practice, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 1938-1942, 1945-1970
U.S. Navy lieutenant, 1942-1945

 

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