History of the Federal Judiciary


  Biographical Directory of Federal Judges
Gordon, Eugene Andrew
Born July 10, 1917, in Brown Summit, NC
Died May 4, 2002, in Greensboro, NC

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina
Nominated by Lyndon B. Johnson on April 30, 1964, to a seat vacated by L. Richardson Preyer. Confirmed by the Senate on May 27, 1964, and received commission on June 9, 1964. Served as chief judge, 1971-1982. Assumed senior status on July 12, 1982. Service terminated on May 4, 2002, due to death.

Education:
Elon College, A.B., 1941
Duke University School of Law, LL.B., 1941

Professional Career:
Private practice, Alamance County, North Carolina, 1941-1942, 1946-1964
U.S. Army, 1942-1946
North Carolina National Guard commanding officer, 1946-1947
Solicitor, Alamance County, North Carolina, 1947-1954
County attorney, Alamance County, North Carolina, 1954-1964

 

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