Breen, J. Daniel Born 1950 in Jackson, TN Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee Nominated by George W. Bush on January 7, 2003, to a seat vacated by Julia Smith Gibbons. Confirmed by the Senate on March 13, 2003, and received commission on March 14, 2003. Served as chief judge, 2013-present. U.S. Magistrate Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee, 1991-2003 Education: Spring Hill College, B.A., 1972 University of Tennessee College of Law, J.D., 1975 Professional Career: Private practice, Jackson, Tennessee, 1975-1991