Werlein, Ewing Jr. Born 1936 in Houston, TX Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas Nominated by George H.W. Bush on November 20, 1991, to a new seat authorized by 104 Stat. 5089. Confirmed by the Senate on April 8, 1992, and received commission on April 13, 1992. Assumed senior status on January 1, 2006. Education: Southern Methodist University, B.A., 1958 University of Texas School of Law, LL.B., 1961 Professional Career: Private practice, Houston, Texas, 1961, 1964-1992 U.S. Air Force first lieutenant, JAG Corps, 1961-1964 U.S. Air Force Reserve captain, 1964-1971