Haik, Richard T. Born 1950 in Lafayette, LA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana Nominated by George H.W. Bush on April 11, 1991, to a seat vacated by John M. Duhe, Jr.. Confirmed by the Senate on May 24, 1991, and received commission on May 30, 1991. Served as chief judge, 2002-2009. Education: University of Southwest Louisiana, B.S., 1971 Loyola University New Orleans School of Law, J.D., 1975 Professional Career: Private practice, New Iberia, Louisiana, 1975-1984 Louisiana National Guard, 1971-1978 U.S. Army Reserve captain, 1980-1984 Judge, Louisiana District Court, 1984-1991