History of the Federal Judiciary


  U.S. District Courts for the Districts of California

   Chief Judges of the Districts of California
Wilkins, Philip Charles
Born January 27, 1913, in Sacramento, CA
Died July 8, 1998, in Sacramento, CA

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on October 23, 1969, to a seat vacated by Sherrill Halbert. Confirmed by the Senate on December 17, 1969, and received commission on December 18, 1969. Served as chief judge, 1979-1983. Assumed senior status on January 27, 1983. Service terminated on July 8, 1998, due to death.

Education:
University of California, Hastings College of the Law, LL.B., 1939

Professional Career:
Private practice, Sacramento, California, 1940-1942, 1946-1969
U.S. Naval Reserve lieutenant, 1942-1945

 

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