Gadola, Paul V. Born 1929 in Flint, MI Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan Nominated by Ronald Reagan on April 23, 1987, to a seat vacated by John Feikens. Confirmed by the Senate on October 14, 1988, and received commission on October 17, 1988. Assumed senior status on January 31, 2001. Education: Michigan State University, A.B., 1951 University of Michigan Law School, J.D., 1953 Professional Career: U.S. Army, 1953-1955 Private practice, Flint, Michigan, 1955-1988