Pfaelzer, Mariana R. Born 1926 in Los Angeles, CA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Central District of California Nominated by Jimmy Carter on August 8, 1978, to a seat vacated by Francis C. Whelan. Confirmed by the Senate on September 22, 1978, and received commission on September 23, 1978. Assumed senior status on December 31, 1997. Education: University of California, Santa Barbara, A.B., 1949 University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law, J.D., 1957 Professional Career: Private practice, Los Angeles, California, 1957-1978