Robinson, Mary Lou Born 1926 in Dodge City, KS Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas Nominated by Jimmy Carter on February 23, 1979, to a new seat authorized by 92 Stat. 1629. Confirmed by the Senate on April 24, 1979, and received commission on April 26, 1979. Education: University of Texas, B.A., 1948 University of Texas School of Law, LL.B., 1950 Professional Career: Private practice, Amarillo, Texas, 1950-1955 Judge, Potter County [Texas] Court, 1955-1958 Judge, Potter County [Texas] One Hundred and Eighth District Court, 1961-1973 Justice, Seventh Court of Civil Appeals of Texas, 1973-1979; chief justice, 1977-1979 Oral History