Barbour, William Henry Jr. Born 1941 in Yazoo City, MS Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Mississippi Nominated by Ronald Reagan on March 15, 1983, to a seat vacated by William H. Cox. Confirmed by the Senate on April 21, 1983, and received commission on April 25, 1983. Served as chief judge, 1989-1996. Assumed senior status on February 4, 2006. Education: New York University School of Law Princeton University, B.A., 1963 University of Mississippi Law School, J.D., 1966 Professional Career: Private practice, Yazoo City, Mississippi, 1966-1983 Youth counselor, Yazoo City [Mississippi] Municipal Court, 1971-1982