Walter, John F. Born 1944 in Buffalo, NY Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Central District of California Nominated by George W. Bush on January 23, 2002, to a seat vacated by John G. Davies. Confirmed by the Senate on April 25, 2002, and received commission on May 1, 2002. Education: Loyola University of Los Angeles, B.A., 1966 Loyola University of Los Angeles School of Law, J.D., 1969 Professional Career: Private practice, California, 1969-1970, 1972-2002 Assistant U.S. attorney for the Central District of California, 1970-1972