Whaley, Robert H. Born 1943 in Huntington, WV Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington Nominated by William J. Clinton on May 24, 1995, to a seat vacated by Justin L. Quackenbush. Confirmed by the Senate on June 30, 1995, and received commission on June 30, 1995. Served as chief judge, 2005-2009. Assumed senior status on July 12, 2009. Education: Princeton University, A.B., 1965 Emory University School of Law, J.D., 1968 Professional Career: U.S. Marine Corps, 1968 Private practice, Georgia, 1968-1969 Trial attorney, Land and Natural Resources Division, U.S. Department of Justice, 1969-1971 Assistant U.S. attorney, Eastern District of Washington, 1971-1972 Private practice, Spokane, Washington, 1972-1992 Judge, Superior Court of the State of Washington, Spokane County, 1992-1995