Nickerson, William M. Born 1933 in Baltimore, MD Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Maryland Nominated by George H.W. Bush on January 24, 1990, to a seat vacated by Herbert F. Murray. Confirmed by the Senate on May 11, 1990, and received commission on May 14, 1990. Assumed senior status on June 11, 2002. Education: University of Virginia, B.A., 1955 University of Maryland School of Law, LL.B., 1962 Professional Career: U.S. Coast Guard lieutenant, 1955-1959 Private practice, Baltimore, Maryland, 1962-1985 Associate judge, Maryland Circuit Court, Baltimore County, 1985-1990