Smith, Walter Scott Jr. Born 1940 in Marlin, TX Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas Nominated by Ronald Reagan on September 11, 1984, to a new seat authorized by 98 Stat. 333. Confirmed by the Senate on October 3, 1984, and received commission on October 4, 1984. Served as chief judge, 2003-2010. U.S. Magistrate, U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, 1983-1984 Education: Baylor University, B.A., 1964 Baylor University School of Law, J.D., 1966 Professional Career: Private practice, Waco, Texas, 1966-1980 Judge, McLennan County [Texas] Fifty-Fourth District Court, 1980-1983