Goodwin, Joseph Robert Born 1942 in Ripley, WV Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U. S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia Nominated by William J. Clinton on February 28, 1995, to a seat vacated by Robert J. Staker; Confirmed by the Senate on May 8, 1995, and received commission on May 10, 1995. Served as chief judge, 2007-present. Education: West Virginia University, B.S., 1965 West Virginia University College of Law, J.D., 1970 Professional Career: U.S. Army, JAG Corps, 1965-1967 City attorney, City of Ripley, West Virginia, 1971-1972 Municipal judge, City of Ripley, West Virginia, 1972-1973 Private practice, Charleston, West Virginia, 1970-1995 Race or Ethnicity: White Gender: Male