Telesca, Michael Anthony Born 1929 in Rochester, NY Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of New York Nominated by Ronald Reagan on March 11, 1982, to a seat vacated by Harold P. Burke. Confirmed by the Senate on April 20, 1982, and received commission on April 21, 1982. Served as chief judge, 1989-1995. Assumed senior status on May 3, 1996. Education: University of Rochester, B.A., 1952 University of Buffalo Law School, LL.B., 1955 Professional Career: U.S. Marine Corps First Lieutenant, 1955-1957 Private practice, Rochester, New York, 1957-1972 Judge, Surrogate Court, Monroe County, New York, 1973-1982