About Richard Earl Robinson
Lived 1903 – 1991 (aged 87). Richard Earl Robinson was an American lawyer and judge.
Richard Earl Robinson (February 3, 1903 – January 28, 1991) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Nebraska.
Education and career
Born in Omaha, Nebraska, Robinson received a Bachelor of Laws from Creighton University School of Law in 1927. He was in private practice in Omaha from 1927 to 1956.
Federal judicial service
On June 21, 1956, Robinson was nominated by President Dwight D. Eisenhower to a seat on the United States District Court for the District of Nebraska vacated by Judge James A. Donohoe. Robinson was confirmed by the United States Senate on July 2, 1956, and received his commission the next day. He served as Chief Judge from 1957 to 1972. He assumed senior status on January 7, 1972. Robinson served in that capacity until his death on January 28, 1991.
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Who was Richard Earl Robinson?
United States federal judge
When was Richard Earl Robinson born?
Richard Earl Robinson was born on 3 February 1903 in Omaha.
When did Richard Earl Robinson die?
Richard Earl Robinson died on 28 January 1991.
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Richard Earl Robinson was a lawyer and judge.
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Richard Earl Robinson was American.
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