Churchill, James Paul Born 1924 in Imlay City, MI Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan Nominated by Gerald Ford on December 2, 1974, to a seat vacated by Stephen John Roth. Confirmed by the Senate on December 18, 1974, and received commission on December 20, 1974. Served as chief judge, 1989-1989. Assumed senior status on December 31, 1989. Education: University of Michigan, B.B.A., 1947 University of Michigan Law School, LL.B., 1950 Professional Career: U.S. Army, 1943-1946 Private practice, Vassar, Michigan, 1951-1965 Judge, Michigan Circuit Court, Fortieth Judicial Circuit, 1965-1974