Pointer, Sam Clyde Jr. Born November 15, 1934, in Birmingham, AL Died March 15, 2008 Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on September 22, 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. Served as chief judge, 1982-1999. Assumed senior status on November 19, 1999. Service terminated on April 3, 2000, due to retirement. Education: Vanderbilt University, A.B., 1955 University of Alabama School of Law, J.D., 1957 New York University School of Law, LL.M., 1958 Professional Career: U.S. Army, 1957 U.S. Army Reserve, 1957-1970 Private practice, Birmingham, Alabama, 1958-1970