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O'Conor, Robert J., Jr.

Born June 22, 1934, in Los Angeles, CA
Died June 5, 2023

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
Nominated by Gerald Ford on March 17, 1975, to a seat vacated by Ben C. Connally. Confirmed by the Senate on April 24, 1975, and received commission on April 25, 1975. Service terminated on September 30, 1984, due to resignation.

Education:
University of Texas, B.A., 1956
University of Texas School of Law, LL.B., 1957

Professional Career:

U.S. Army Reserve captain, JAG Corps, 1957-1964
Private practice, Laredo, Texas, 1957-1975
Private practice, Houston, Texas, 1984-