Thompson, Alvin W. Born 1953 in Baltimore, MD Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut Nominated by William J. Clinton on September 14, 1994, to a seat vacated by Ellen Bree Burns. Confirmed by the Senate on October 7, 1994, and received commission on October 11, 1994. Served as chief judge, 2009-2013. Education: Princeton University, B.A., 1975 Yale Law School, J.D., 1978 Professional Career: Private practice, Hartford, Connecticut, 1978-1994