Gex, Walter J. III Born 1939 in Bay St. Louis, MS Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi Nominated by Ronald Reagan on January 29, 1986, to a new seat authorized by 98 Stat. 333. Confirmed by the Senate on February 25, 1986, and received commission on February 26, 1986. Assumed senior status on March 24, 2004. Education: University of Mississippi, B.A., 1962 University of Mississippi School of Law, LL.B., 1963 Professional Career: Private practice, Jackson, Mississippi, 1963-1972 Private practice, Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, 1972-1986