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Quackenbush, Justin Lowe
Born October 3, 1929, in Spokane, WA
Died October 27, 2024, in Spokane, WA
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington
Nominated by Jimmy Carter on May 9, 1980, to a seat vacated by Marshall A. Neill. Confirmed by the Senate on June 18, 1980, and received commission on June 18, 1980. Served as chief judge, 1989-1995. Assumed senior status on June 27, 1995. Service terminated on October 27, 2024, due to death.
Education:
University of Idaho, B.A., 1951
Gonzaga University School of Law, LL.B., 1957
Professional Career:
Died October 27, 2024, in Spokane, WA
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington
Nominated by Jimmy Carter on May 9, 1980, to a seat vacated by Marshall A. Neill. Confirmed by the Senate on June 18, 1980, and received commission on June 18, 1980. Served as chief judge, 1989-1995. Assumed senior status on June 27, 1995. Service terminated on October 27, 2024, due to death.
Education:
University of Idaho, B.A., 1951
Gonzaga University School of Law, LL.B., 1957
Professional Career:
U.S. Navy, 1951-1954
Deputy prosecutor, Spokane County, Washington, 1957-1959
Private practice, Spokane, Washington, 1959-1980
Instructor, Gonzaga University School of Law, 1961-1967