Cook, Deborah L. Born 1952 in Pittsburgh, PA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit Nominated by George W. Bush on January 7, 2003, to a seat vacated by Alan E. Norris. Confirmed by the Senate on May 5, 2003, and received commission on May 7, 2003. Education: University of Akron, B.A., 1974 University of Akron School of Law, J.D., 1978 Professional Career: Private practice, Akron, Ohio, 1978-1991 Judge, Court of Appeals of Ohio, Ninth Appellate District, 1991-1995 Justice, Supreme Court of Ohio, 1995-2003