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Arthur Spatt
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Spatt in 2014
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| Senior Judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York | |
| In office December 1, 2004 – June 12, 2020 |
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| Judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York | |
| In office November 27, 1989 – December 1, 2004 |
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| Appointed by | George H. W. Bush |
| Preceded by | Henry Bramwell |
| Succeeded by | Eric N. Vitaliano |
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Arthur Donald Spatt
December 13, 1925 Brooklyn, New York |
| Died | June 12, 2020 (aged 94) Commack, New York |
| Education | Brooklyn Law School (LLB) |
Arthur Donald Spatt (born December 13, 1925 – died June 12, 2020) was a very important judge in the United States. He served as a district judge for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York.
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Arthur Spatt's Early Life and School
Arthur Spatt was born in Brooklyn, New York. He grew up there and later served in the United States Navy.
From 1944 to 1946, Arthur Spatt was a Navigation Petty Officer in the Navy. This means he helped guide ships and knew a lot about navigation.
His Education in Law
After his time in the Navy, he went to Brooklyn Law School. He earned a special law degree called a Bachelor of Laws in 1949.
Starting His Law Career
From 1949 to 1978, Arthur Spatt worked as a private lawyer in New York City. This means he worked for himself or a law firm, helping people with their legal problems.
Becoming a State Judge
Later, he became a judge in New York State courts.
- From 1978 to 1982, he was a judge in the Supreme Court of the State of New York.
- Then, from 1982 to 1986, he was an Administrative Judge for Nassau County.
- Finally, from 1986 to 1989, he was an associate justice in a higher state court called the New York Appellate Division.
Arthur Spatt's Time as a Federal Judge
In 1989, Arthur Spatt was chosen to become a federal judge. This is a very important job in the U.S. legal system.
Nomination and Confirmation
On October 25, 1989, President George H. W. Bush nominated Arthur Spatt. This means the President officially suggested him for the job. The United States Senate then had to approve him. They confirmed him on November 21, 1989. He officially started his new role on November 27, 1989.
Becoming a Senior Judge
On December 1, 2004, Judge Spatt took on a new role called senior status. This means he continued to work as a judge but with a reduced workload. It's a way for experienced judges to keep serving.
End of His Service
Judge Spatt served as a federal judge until June 12, 2020. His service ended when he passed away at his home in Commack, New York. He died from the effects of blood cancer.
Notable Decisions by Judge Spatt
Judge Spatt made several important decisions during his time on the bench. These decisions helped shape the law and affected many people.
Protecting Employee Benefits
One notable ruling happened on August 20, 2012. Judge Spatt stopped a law in Nassau County. This law would have allowed the County Executive to reduce benefits that employees had already agreed upon. His decision helped protect workers' rights.
See also
- List of Jewish American jurists
