Gibbons, John Joseph Born 1924 in Newark, NJ Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on December 5, 1969, to a seat vacated by Gerald McLaughlin. Confirmed by the Senate on December 17, 1969, and received commission on December 18, 1969. Served as chief judge, 1987-1990. Service terminated on January 15, 1990, due to retirement. Education: Holy Cross College, B.S., 1947 Harvard Law School, LL.B., 1950 Professional Career: Private practice, Newark, New Jersey, 1950-1970 Professor, Seton Hall Law School, 1990-