Van Sickle, Frederick L. Born 1943 in Superior, WI Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington Nominated by George H.W. Bush on March 21, 1991, to a new seat authorized by 104 Stat. 5089. Confirmed by the Senate on May 9, 1991, and received commission on May 14, 1991. Served as chief judge, 2000-2005. Assumed senior status on May 1, 2008. Education: University of Wisconsin, B.S., 1965 University of Washington School of Law, J.D., 1968 Professional Career: U.S. Army first lieutenant, JAG Corps, 1968-1970 Prosecutor, Douglas County, Washington, 1971-1975 Private practice, Washington, 1970-1975 Judge, Superior Court of the State of Washington, 1975-1992; Grant and Douglas Counties, 1975-1979; Chelan and Douglas Counties, 1979-1992