Torruella, Juan R. Born 1933 in San Juan, PR Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U. S. District Court, District of Puerto Rico Nominated by Gerald Ford on November 18, 1974, to a seat vacated by Hiram R. Cancio; Confirmed by the Senate on December 18, 1974, and received commission on December 20, 1974. Served as chief judge, 1982-1984. Service terminated on October 30, 1984, due to appointment to another judicial position. Judge, U. S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit Nominated by Ronald Reagan on August 1, 1984, to a new seat created by 98 Stat. 333; Confirmed by the Senate on October 3, 1984, and received commission on October 4, 1984. Served as chief judge, 1994-2001. Education: University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business, B.S., 1954 Boston University School of Law, J.D., 1957 University of Virginia School of Law, LL.M., 1984 University of Puerto Rico School of Public Administration, M.P.A., 1984 Professional Career: Private practice, San Juan, Puerto Rico, 1959-1974 Race or Ethnicity: Hispanic Gender: Male