Halsted Lockwood Ritter

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Halsted Lockwood Ritter (1868-1951) was a federal judge on the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.

He was nominated by President Calvin Coolidge on January 23, 1929 to replace Rhydon Mays Call. He was confirmed by the Senate on February 15, 1929, and received commission that same day. He served until April 17, 1936, when he was impeached and convicted.

Education

  • DePauw University, Ph.D., 1891
  • DePauw University, LL.B., 1892
  • DePauw University, A.M., 1893

Professional career

  • Private practice, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1892-1895
  • Private practice, Denver, Colorado, 1895-1925
  • Private practice, West Palm Beach, Florida, 1925-1929

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