Robert C. Broomfield facts for kids
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Robert Broomfield
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| Senior Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Arizona | |
| In office August 12, 1999 – July 10, 2014 |
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| Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Arizona | |
| In office 1994 – August 12, 1999 |
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| Preceded by | William Docker Browning |
| Succeeded by | Stephen M. McNamee |
| Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Arizona | |
| In office July 11, 1985 – August 12, 1999 |
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| Appointed by | Ronald Reagan |
| Preceded by | Seat established by 71 Stat. 586 |
| Succeeded by | Susan Ritchie Bolton |
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Robert Cameron Broomfield
June 18, 1933 Detroit, Michigan |
| Died | July 10, 2014 (aged 81) Phoenix, Arizona |
| Education | Pennsylvania State University (B.S.) University of Arizona College of Law (LL.B.) |
Robert Cameron Broomfield (June 18, 1933 – July 10, 2014) was an important judge in the United States. He served as a federal judge for the United States District Court for the District of Arizona. This means he worked in a special court that handles cases for the entire country, not just one state.
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Early Life and Education
Robert Broomfield was born on June 18, 1933, in Detroit, Michigan. He went to Pennsylvania State University and earned a degree in science in 1955. Later, he studied law at the James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona, getting his law degree in 1961.
Military Service and Early Legal Work
Before becoming a judge, Robert Broomfield served in the United States Air Force. He was a Lieutenant from 1955 to 1958. After that, he was a Captain in the Air Force Reserve from 1961 to 1972.
After law school, he worked for Judge Jack D. H. Hays in the Superior Court of Arizona from 1961 to 1962. He was a clerk, helping the judge with paperwork, and a bailiff, helping keep order in the courtroom. From 1962 to 1970, he worked as a lawyer in Phoenix, Arizona, helping people with their legal problems.
Becoming a Judge
Robert Broomfield became a judge for the Superior Court of Arizona in 1971. He served in this role until 1985. During this time, he took on more responsibilities.
Leading Roles in the Superior Court
From 1972 to 1974, he was the Presiding Judge of the Juvenile Division. This meant he was in charge of cases involving young people. Then, from 1974 to 1985, he became the main Presiding Judge for the entire Superior Court. This was a very important leadership position.
Federal Judicial Service
In 1985, President Ronald Reagan chose Robert Broomfield to become a federal judge. He was nominated to the United States District Court for the District of Arizona. The United States Senate approved his nomination on July 10, 1985. He officially started his new job as a federal judge on July 11, 1985.
Chief Judge and Senior Status
Robert Broomfield served as the Chief Judge of the District Court from 1994 to 1999. The Chief Judge is like the leader of the court, helping to manage its work. On August 12, 1999, he took on a new role called "senior status". This means a judge can work a reduced schedule but still hear cases. He continued to serve until his death on July 10, 2014.
Special Assignments and Committees
Chief Justice William Rehnquist, the highest judge in the United States, gave Robert Broomfield some special assignments.
- In May 2002, he was appointed to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court. This is a secret court that deals with national security cases. He served there until 2009.
- In 1997, he was also appointed to the Budget Committee, which helps manage the money for the courts. He was a member of this committee until 2013.
Legacy and Recognition
Robert Broomfield played a big part in getting the Sandra Day O'Connor United States Courthouse built in Phoenix. This courthouse is an important building where many legal cases are heard. He helped get the approval and money needed for its construction.
After he passed away from cancer on July 10, 2014, his former colleagues held a special memorial service. This service took place at the District Court of Arizona on July 23, 2014, to honor his life and contributions.
