Brett, Thomas Rutherford Born 1931 in Oklahoma City, OK Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Oklahoma Nominated by Jimmy Carter on September 28, 1979, to a new seat authorized by 92 Stat. 1629. Confirmed by the Senate on October 31, 1979, and received commission on November 2, 1979. Served as chief judge, 1994-1996. Assumed senior status on October 3, 1996. Service terminated on February 1, 2003, due to retirement. Education: University of Oklahoma, B.B.A., 1952 University of Oklahoma College of Law, LL.B., 1957 University of Oklahoma College of Law, J.D., 1971 Professional Career: U.S. Army lieutenant, 1954-1955 U.S. Army Reserve colonel, JAG Corps, 1955-1981 Assistant county attorney, Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1957-1958 Private practice, Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1958-1979