Vining, Robert L. Jr. Born 1931 in Chatsworth, GA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia Nominated by Jimmy Carter on June 14, 1979, to a new seat authorized by 92 Stat. 1629. Confirmed by the Senate on July 23, 1979, and received commission on July 24, 1979. Served as chief judge, 1995-1996. Assumed senior status on March 31, 1996. Education: University of Georgia, B.A., 1959 University of Georgia School of Law, J.D., 1959 Professional Career: U.S. Air Force sergeant, 1951-1959 Private practice, Dalton, Georgia, 1958-1969 Solicitor general, Conasauga Judicial Circuit, Georgia, 1963-1968 Judge, Superior Court of Georgia, Conasauga Judicial Circuit, 1969-1979