Collier, Curtis Lynn Born 1949 in Marianna, AR Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee Nominated by William J. Clinton on February 13, 1995, to a new seat authorized by 104 Stat. 5089. Confirmed by the Senate on May 8, 1995, and received commission on May 10, 1995. Served as chief judge, 2005-2012. Education: Tennessee State University, B.S., 1971 Duke University School of Law, J.D., 1974 Professional Career: U.S. Air Force, 1974-1979 Assistant U.S. attorney, Eastern District of Louisiana, 1979-1987 Assistant U.S. attorney, Eastern District of Tennessee, 1987-1995