Grady, John Francis Born 1929 in Chicago, IL Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois Nominated by Gerald Ford on October 20, 1975, to a seat vacated by Edwin A. Robson. Confirmed by the Senate on November 20, 1975, and received commission on November 21, 1975. Served as chief judge, 1986-1990. Assumed senior status on May 23, 1994. Education: Northwestern University, B.S., 1952 Northwestern University School of Law, J.D., 1954 Professional Career: Private practice, Chicago, Illinois, 1954-1956 Assistant U.S. attorney/chief, Criminal Division, Northern District of Illinois, 1956-1961 Private practice, Waukegan, Illinois, 1961-1976