History of the Federal Judiciary


  Biographical Directory of Federal Judges
Kelly, John David
Born October 9, 1934, in Grand Forks, ND
Died October 21, 1998, in Rochester, MN

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit
Nominated by William J. Clinton on January 27, 1998, to a seat vacated by Frank J. Magill. Confirmed by the Senate on July 31, 1998, and received commission on August 3, 1998. Service terminated on October 21, 1998, due to death.

Education:
St. John`s University, A.B., 1956
University of Michigan Law School, J.D., 1959

Professional Career:
Attorney, Office of General Counsel, Pentagon, 1959-1962
Private practice, Fargo, North Dakota, 1962-1998

 

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