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Scott, Nauman Steele
Born June 15, 1916, in New Roads, LA
Died September 19, 2001, in Alexandria, LA
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana
Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on September 14, 1970, to a new seat authorized by 84 Stat. 294. Confirmed by the Senate on October 13, 1970, and received commission on October 15, 1970. Served as chief judge, 1976-1984. Assumed senior status on December 4, 1984. Service terminated on September 19, 2001, due to death.
Education:
Amherst College, B.A., 1938
Tulane University Law School, LL.B., 1941
Professional Career:
Died September 19, 2001, in Alexandria, LA
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana
Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on September 14, 1970, to a new seat authorized by 84 Stat. 294. Confirmed by the Senate on October 13, 1970, and received commission on October 15, 1970. Served as chief judge, 1976-1984. Assumed senior status on December 4, 1984. Service terminated on September 19, 2001, due to death.
Education:
Amherst College, B.A., 1938
Tulane University Law School, LL.B., 1941
Professional Career:
Private practice, Alexandria, Louisiana, 1941-1942, 1946-1970
U.S. Air Force first lieutenant, 1942-1946