Shanstrom, Jack D. Born 1932 in Hewitt, MN Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Montana Nominated by George H.W. Bush on February 23, 1990, to a seat vacated by James F. Battin. Confirmed by the Senate on May 11, 1990, and received commission on May 14, 1990. Served as chief judge, 1996-2001. Assumed senior status due to certified disability on January 30, 2001. U.S. Magistrate, U.S. District Court, District of Montana, 1983-1990 Education: University of Montana, B.A., 1956 University of Montana, B.S., 1957 University of Montana School of Law, LL.B., 1957 Professional Career: U.S. Air Force first lieutenant, JAG Corps, 1957-1960 Private practice, Livingston, Montana, 1960-1964 Assistant city attorney, Livingston, Montana, 1960 County attorney, Park County, Montana, 1960-1965 Judge, Montana District Court, Sixth Judicial District, 1965-1982