Beistline, Ralph R. Born 1948 in Fairbanks, AK Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Alaska Nominated by George W. Bush on November 8, 2001, to a seat vacated by Russel Holland. Confirmed by the Senate on March 12, 2002, and received commission on March 19, 2002. Served as chief judge, 2009-present. Education: University of Alaska, B.A., 1972 University of Puget Sound School of Law, J.D., 1974 Professional Career: Law clerk, Hon. Taylor, Van Hoomisen, and Hepp, Superior Court, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1974-1975 Private practice, Alaska, 1975-1992 Judge, Superior Court, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1992-2002