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Atkins, Carl Clyde
Born November 23, 1914, in Washington, DC
Died March 11, 1999, in Miami, FL
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Nominated by Lyndon B. Johnson on June 28, 1966, to a new seat authorized by 80 Stat. 75. Confirmed by the Senate on July 22, 1966, and received commission on July 22, 1966. Served as chief judge, 1977-1982. Assumed senior status on December 31, 1982. Service terminated on March 11, 1999, due to death.
Education:
University of Florida College of Law (now Fredric G. Levin College of Law), LL.B., 1936
Professional Career:
Died March 11, 1999, in Miami, FL
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Nominated by Lyndon B. Johnson on June 28, 1966, to a new seat authorized by 80 Stat. 75. Confirmed by the Senate on July 22, 1966, and received commission on July 22, 1966. Served as chief judge, 1977-1982. Assumed senior status on December 31, 1982. Service terminated on March 11, 1999, due to death.
Education:
University of Florida College of Law (now Fredric G. Levin College of Law), LL.B., 1936
Professional Career:
Private practice, Stuart, Florida, 1936-1941
Private practice, Miami, Florida, 1941-1966