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Porter, David Stewart
Born September 23, 1909, in Cincinnati, OH
Died January 5, 1989
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
Nominated by Lyndon B. Johnson on September 30, 1966, to a new seat authorized by 80 Stat. 75. Confirmed by the Senate on October 20, 1966, and received commission on November 3, 1966. Served as chief judge, 1977-1979. Assumed senior status on September 23, 1979. Service terminated on January 5, 1989, due to death.
Education:
University of Cincinnati, A.B., 1932
University of Cincinnati College of Law, J.D., 1934
Professional Career:
Died January 5, 1989
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
Nominated by Lyndon B. Johnson on September 30, 1966, to a new seat authorized by 80 Stat. 75. Confirmed by the Senate on October 20, 1966, and received commission on November 3, 1966. Served as chief judge, 1977-1979. Assumed senior status on September 23, 1979. Service terminated on January 5, 1989, due to death.
Education:
University of Cincinnati, A.B., 1932
University of Cincinnati College of Law, J.D., 1934
Professional Career:
Attorney, Legal Department, Tennessee Valley Authority, 1935-1936
Private practice, Troy, Ohio, 1936-1949
Judge, Miami County [Ohio] Court of Common Pleas, 1949-1966