Nominated by George Bush on March 21, 1991, to a seat vacated by Robert J. McNichols; Confirmed by the Senate on May 9, 1991, and received commission on May 14, 1991. Served as chief judge, 1995-2000. Assumed senior status on May 30, 2003. Assumed inactive senior status on May 31, 2024.
University of Washington, B.A., 1956
University of Washington School of Law, LL.B., 1962
U.S. Air Force First Lieutenant, 1956-1959
Law clerk, Hon. Charles L. Powell, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington, 1963-1964
Private practice, Spokane, Washington, 1964-1991