Herndon, David R. Born 1953 in Sedalia, MO Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois Nominated by William J. Clinton on April 23, 1998, to a seat vacated by William L. Beatty. Confirmed by the Senate on October 21, 1998, and received commission on October 22, 1998. Served as chief judge, 2007-present. Education: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, B.A., 1974 Southern Illinois University School of Law, J.D., 1977 Professional Career: Private practice, 1977-1991 Associate judge, Illinois Circuit Court, Third Judicial Circuit, 1991-1998