Hicks, S. Maurice Jr. Born 1952 in New Orleans, LA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana Nominated by George W. Bush on January 7, 2003, to a seat vacated by Donald E. Walter. Confirmed by the Senate on May 19, 2003, and received commission on May 21, 2003. Education: Texas Christian University, B.A., 1974 Louisiana State University Law School, J.D., 1977 Professional Career: Law clerk and staff attorney, Louisiana Legislative Council, 1975-1977 Private practice, Shreveport, Louisiana, 1977-2003