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Rafael Diaz
Rafael Diaz was an associate judge for the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. He was appointed to the court by President Bill Clinton in 1994 and retired on March 26, 2009.[1][2]
Education
Diaz received his undergraduate degree from City College of New York and his law degree from Antioch School of Law.[2]
Military service
Diaz served in the United States Navy, working as a front line medic with the Marine Corps in Vietnam.[2]
Career
Diaz began his legal career as a clerk for Judge Edward R. Neaher of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York. Next, he worked in the Office of People's Counsel, then joined the firm Hayes and White as an associate. He also worked in his own firm until joining the Criminal Division of the Office of Corporation Counsel. Diaz moved to the Special Litigation Office in the Civil Division, where he served until joining the court in 1994.[2]
Awards and associations
- Former president, Hispanic Bar Association of the District of Columbia
- Former Commissioner, D.C. Human Rights Commission
- Barrister, American Inns of Court
- Member, Antioch Legal Services Board
- Board member, National Veterans Legal Services Project[2]
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