Sharp, Kevin Hunter Born 1963 in Memphis, TN Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee Nominated by Barack Obama on January 5, 2011, to a seat vacated by Robert L. Echols. Confirmed by the Senate on May 2, 2011, and received commission on May 3, 2011. Education: Christian Brothers College, B.S., 1990 Vanderbilt University School of Law, J.D., 1993 Professional Career: U.S. Navy, Petty Officer Third Class, 1982-1986 Private practice, Nashville, Tennessee, 1993-1996 Attorney, General Counsel's Office, Office of Compliance, U.S. Congress, 1996-1997 Private practice, Nashville, Tennessee, 1997-2011