Shaw, John Malach Born November 14, 1931, in Beaumont, TX Died December 24, 1999, in Lafayette, LA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana Nominated by Jimmy Carter on June 5, 1979, to a new seat authorized by 92 Stat. 1629. Confirmed by the Senate on September 25, 1979, and received commission on September 26, 1979. Served as chief judge, 1991-1996. Assumed senior status on November 15, 1996. Service terminated on December 24, 1999, due to death. Education: Washington and Lee University, B.S., 1953 Louisiana State University Law School, J.D., 1956 Professional Career: U.S. Army, 1956-1958 U.S. Army Reserve captain, 1958-1964 Private practice, Opelousas, Louisiana, 1958-1979