Parsons, James Benton Born August 13, 1911, in Kansas City, MO Died June 19, 1993, in Chicago, IL Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois Nominated by John F. Kennedy on August 10, 1961, to a seat vacated by Philip L. Sullivan. Confirmed by the Senate on August 30, 1961, and received commission on August 30, 1961. Served as chief judge, 1975-1981. Assumed senior status on August 30, 1981. Service terminated on June 19, 1993, due to death. Education: Millikin University, B.A., 1934 University of Chicago, M.A., 1946 University of Chicago Law School, J.D., 1949 Professional Career: U.S. Naval Reserve, 1942-1945 Private practice, Chicago, Illinois, 1949-1951 Assistant corporation counsel, Chicago, Illinois, 1949-1951 Assistant U.S. attorney, Northern District of Illinois, 1951-1960 Judge, Superior Court of Cook County [Illinois], 1960-1961 Oral History