Michael Kenny O'Keefe
Michael Kenny O'Keefe was a judge on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. He was nominated on March 19, 2013 by President Barack Obama. O'Keefe succeeds Joan Z. McAvoy on the court.[1][2] He left office in 2023 after retiring.
Federal court nomination
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| Name: Michael Kenny O'Keefe |
| Court: Superior Court of the District of Columbia |
| Progress |
| Confirmed 64 days after nomination. |
 Nominated: March 19, 2013
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| Hearing: May 15, 2013
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| Confirmed: May 22, 2013
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On March 19, 2013, President Obama nominated O'Keefe to a post on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia to fill the vacancy left by Joan Z. McAvoy.[3] Obama commented on the nomination, stating, "Throughout their careers, these nominees have displayed unwavering commitment to justice and integrity. Their records are distinguished and impressive and I am confident that they will serve the American people well from the bench of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. I am honored to nominate them today. "[1]
Early life and education
O'Keefe attended the University of Notre Dame, earning his B.A. before earning his J.D. from American University’s Washington College of Law.[1]
Professional career
- Private Practice
- Consultant, O’Connor & Hannan[1]
Awards and associations
- Former President, Family Court Trial Lawyers Association
- Adjunct professor, University of Baltimore School of Law[2]
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Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "President Obama Nominates Two to Serve on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia" 3/19/2013
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 District of Columbia Courts, Press Release: "Long-time Solo Practitioner to be sworn in as Superior Court Judge," September 3, 2013
- ↑ "Presidential Nominations Sent to the Senate" 3/19/2013
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