Jonker, Robert James Born 1960 in Holland, MI Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan Nominated by George W. Bush on March 19, 2007, to a seat vacated by Gordon J. Quist. Confirmed by the Senate on July 9, 2007, and received commission on July 16, 2007. Education: Calvin College, B.A., 1982 University of Michigan Law School, J.D., 1985 Professional Career: Law clerk, Hon. John F. Feikens, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, 1985-1987 Private practice, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 1987-2007