Finesilver, Sherman Glenn Born October 1, 1927, in Denver, CO Died October 12, 2006, in Denver, CO Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Colorado Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on September 8, 1971, to a seat vacated by William E. Doyle. Confirmed by the Senate on September 21, 1971, and received commission on September 22, 1971. Served as chief judge, 1982-1994. Assumed senior status on May 31, 1994. Service terminated on December 31, 1994, due to retirement. Education: University of Colorado, B.A., 1949 University of Denver College of Law, J.D., 1952 Professional Career: Assistant city attorney, Denver, Colorado, 1952-1955 Private practice, Denver, Colorado, 1952-1955, 1995- Judge, Denver County [Colorado] Court, 1955-1962 Judge, Colorado District Court, Second Judicial District, 1962-1971 Research Collections