Gwin, James S. Born 1954 in Canton, OH Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio Nominated by William J. Clinton on July 31, 1997, to a seat vacated by Samuel H. Bell. Confirmed by the Senate on November 5, 1997, and received commission on November 7, 1997. Education: Kenyon College, A.B., 1976 University of Akron School of Law, J.D., 1979 Professional Career: Private practice, Canton, Ohio, 1979-1989 Judge, Court of Common Pleas, Stark County, Ohio, 1989-1997