History of the Federal Judiciary


  Biographical Directory of Federal Judges
Freeman, Ralph McKenzie
Born May 5, 1902, in Flushing, MI
Died March 29, 1990, in Royal Oak, MI

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Nominated by Dwight D. Eisenhower on May 10, 1954, to a new seat authorized by 68 Stat. 8. Confirmed by the Senate on June 8, 1954, and received commission on June 10, 1954. Served as chief judge, 1967-1972. Assumed senior status on July 1, 1973. Service terminated on March 29, 1990, due to death.

Education:
University of Michigan Law School, LL.B., 1926

Professional Career:
Private practice, Flint, Michigan, 1926-1927, 1933-1954
Assistant prosecutor, Genesee County, Michigan, 1928-1930
Prosecutor, Genesee County, Michigan, 1931-1932

 

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