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William Bondy

1870 – 1964

United States federal judge

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About William Bondy

Lived 1870 – 1964 (aged 93). William Bondy was an American lawyer and judge.

William Bondy (April 9, 1870 – March 30, 1964) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York from 1923 to 1964, and its Chief Judge from 1955 to 1956.

Education and career

Born on April 9, 1870, in New York City, New York, Bondy received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1890, a Master of Arts degree in 1891, and a Doctor of Philosophy in 1892, all from Columbia University. He received a Bachelor of Laws in 1893 from Columbia Law School. He was in private practice in New York City from 1893 to 1923.

Federal judicial service

Bondy was nominated by President Warren G. Harding on February 28, 1923, to a seat on the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York vacated by Judge Julius Marshuetz Mayer. He was confirmed by the United States Senate on March 2, 1923, and received his commission the same day. He served as Chief Judge from 1955 to 1956. He assumed senior status on May 1, 1956. His service terminated on March 30, 1964, due to his death in New York City.

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Columbia University, Columbia Law School

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Bondy?

United States federal judge (1870–1964)

When was William Bondy born?

William Bondy was born on 9 April 1870 in New York.

When did William Bondy die?

William Bondy died on 30 March 1964 in New York (state), New York City.

What was William Bondy's occupation?

William Bondy was a lawyer and judge.

What nationality was William Bondy?

William Bondy was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Bondy

· Wikidata: Q8005689

· DBpedia: William Bondy

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