Woodcock, John A. Jr. Born 1950 in Bangor, ME Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Maine Nominated by George W. Bush on March 27, 2003, to a seat vacated by Gene Carter. Confirmed by the Senate on June 12, 2003, and received commission on June 16, 2003. Served as chief judge, 2009-present. Education: Bowdoin College, B.A., 1972 London School of Economics and Political Science, M.A., 1973 University of Maine School of Law, J.D., 1976 Professional Career: Private practice, Maine, 1976-2003 Assistant district attorney (part-time), State of Maine, 1977-1978