Alvarez, Micaela Born 1958 in Donna, TX Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas Nominated by George W. Bush on June 16, 2004, to a seat vacated by David Hittner. Confirmed by the Senate on November 20, 2004, and received commission on December 13, 2004. Education: University of Texas, B.S., 1980 University of Texas School of Law, J.D., 1989 Professional Career: Private practice, McAllen, Texas, 1989-1995, 1997-2004 Presiding judge, Hidalgo County [Texas] One Hundred and Thirty-Ninth District Court, 1995-1996