Doherty, Rebecca F. Born 1952 in Fort Worth, TX Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana Nominated by George H.W. Bush on June 27, 1991, to a new seat authorized by 104 Stat. 5089. Confirmed by the Senate on October 31, 1991, and received commission on November 5, 1991. Education: Northwestern State University of Louisiana, B.A., 1973 Northwestern State University of Louisiana, M.A., 1975 Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center, J.D., 1981 Professional Career: Private practice, Lafayette, Louisiana, 1981-1991