James Joseph Brady facts for kids

Quick facts for kids James Joseph Brady
Senior Judge of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana
In office December 31, 2013 – December 9, 2017
Judge of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana
In office May 25, 2000 – December 31, 2013
Appointed by	Bill Clinton
Preceded by	John Victor Parker
Succeeded by	John W. deGravelles
Personal details
Born	(1944-02-29)February 29, 1944 St. Louis, Missouri
Died	December 9, 2017(2017-12-09) (aged 73) Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Political party	Democratic
Education	Southeastern Louisiana University (BA) Louisiana State University Law School (JD)

James Joseph Brady (born February 29, 1944 – died December 9, 2017) was an American lawyer. He served as a federal judge in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana. This court is located in Baton Rouge, the capital city of Louisiana.

Early Life and Education

James J. Brady was born in St. Louis, Missouri. He went to Southeastern Louisiana University. In 1966, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree there. This is usually a four-year college degree.

After that, he studied law at Louisiana State University Law School. He received his Juris Doctor degree in 1969. This degree is needed to become a lawyer.

Career as a Lawyer

From 1969 to 2000, James Brady worked as a private lawyer in Louisiana. This means he worked for himself or a law firm, helping people with their legal issues.

He also held other important positions. From 1975 to 1980, he was a member of the Louisiana Board of Tax Appeals. This board handles disagreements about taxes. He also taught as a professor at Louisiana State University in 1985, 1987, and 1990.

Becoming a Federal Judge

On July 14, 1999, President Bill Clinton chose James Brady to become a federal judge. He was nominated for a seat on the United States District Court for the Middle District of Louisiana. This seat became open when Judge John Victor Parker left.

The United States Senate had to approve his nomination. They confirmed him on May 24, 2000. He officially became a judge on May 25, 2000.

Later Years and Senior Status

On December 31, 2013, Judge Brady took on a new role called senior status. This means a judge can continue to work but with a reduced number of cases. It allows them to serve longer while making room for new judges.

He continued to serve as a judge until his death on December 9, 2017. He passed away in Baton Rouge at the age of 73. Judge Brady was still actively working on cases when he died.