Griffin, Richard Allen Born 1952 in Traverse City, MI Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit Nominated by George W. Bush on February 14, 2005, to a seat vacated by Damon J. Keith. Confirmed by the Senate on June 9, 2005, and received commission on June 10, 2005. Education: Western Michigan University, Honors College, B.A., 1973 University of Michigan Law School, J.D., 1977 Professional Career: Private practice, Traverse City, Michigan, 1977-1988 Judge, Michigan Court of Appeals, 1989-2005