Cebull, Richard F. Born 1944 in Billings, MT Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Montana Nominated by George W. Bush on May 17, 2001, to a seat vacated by Jack D. Shanstrom. Confirmed by the Senate on July 20, 2001, and received commission on July 25, 2001. Served as chief judge, 2008-present. U.S. Magistrate Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Montana, 1998-2001 Education: Montana State University, B.S., 1966 University of Montana Law School, J.D., 1969 Professional Career: Private practice, Montana, 1969-1997 Trial Judge, Northern Cheyenne Tribal Court, 1970-1972