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William J. Nardini

b. 1969

United States federal judge

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About William J. Nardini

Born 1969. William J. Nardini is an American judge and lawyer.

William Joseph Nardini (born 1969) is an American lawyer who serves as a United States circuit judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.

Early life and career

Nardini earned his Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, from Georgetown University. Afterwards, he earned his Juris Doctor from Yale Law School, where he served as Executive Editor of the Yale Law Journal. Nardini subsequently earned a Master of Laws from the European University Institute. Nardini then went on to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut from 2000 to 2010, where he prosecuted criminal cases and was promoted to Deputy Chief of the Criminal Division. From 2010 to 2014, he served as the Justice Department attaché to the United States Ambassador to Italy, where he represented the United States in extradition and mutual legal assistance in Italian criminal matters.

Federal judicial service On August 28, 2019, President Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate Nardini to serve as a United States Circuit Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. On September 25, 2019, a hearing on his nomination was held before the Senate Judiciary Committee. On October 24, 2019, his nomination was reported out of committee by a 19–3 vote. On November 6, 2019, the Senate invoked cloture on his nomination by an 87–3 vote. On November 7, 2019, his nomination was confirmed by a 86–2 vote. He received his judicial commission on November 14, 2019.

Notable cases

On October 10, 2024 Judge Nardini denied Sean Combs' request for immediate release pending appeal on bond with the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
Georgetown University, Neumann Preparatory School, European University Institute, Yale Law School
Positions held
Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
Awards
Eagle Scout; Fulbright Scholarship
Also known as
William Joseph Nardini

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Frequently asked questions

Who is William J. Nardini?

United States federal judge

When was William J. Nardini born?

William J. Nardini was born on 2 April 1969 in Glen Ridge.

What is William J. Nardini's occupation?

William J. Nardini is a judge and lawyer.

What nationality is William J. Nardini?

William J. Nardini is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William J. Nardini

· Wikidata: Q66813890

· DBpedia: William J. Nardini

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