Nathan Clifford
Nathan Clifford (1803-1881) was an Associate Justice on the Supreme Court of the United States. He joined the court in 1858 after a nomination from President James Buchanan. He served until his death on July 25, 1881. Prior to joining the court, he was a private practice attorney in Maine.[1]
Clifford was the only justice nominated to the Supreme Court by President Buchanan who was confirmed to the court. Clifford served during The Taney Court, The Chase Court and The Waite Court.[2]
Education
Clifford received his legal education by reading law.[1]
Professional career
- 1849-1857: Attorney in private practice, Portland, Maine
- 1848-1849: U.S. Minister to Mexico
- 1846-1848: Attorney General of the United States
- 1843-1846: Attorney in private practice, Newfield, Maine
- 1839-1843: U.S. Representative from Maine
- 1834-1838: State Attorney General, Maine
- 1832-1834: Speaker, Maine House of Representatives
- 1830-1834: Member, Maine House of Representatives
- 1827-1830: Attorney in private practice, Newfield, Maine[1]
Judicial nominations and appointments
Supreme Court of the United States
Clifford was nominated by President James Buchanan on December 9, 1857, to fill the vacancy left by Justice Benjamin Robbins Curtis. He was confirmed by the Senate on January 12, 1858, and received commission that same day. Clifford served until his death on July 25, 1881.[1] He was succeeded to this post by Justice Horace Gray.
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| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by: Benjamin Robbins Curtis |
Supreme Court 1858–1881 Seat #3 |
Succeeded by: Horace Gray
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| Buchanan |
Biggs • Cadwalader • Clifford • Deady • Hughes • Jones • Loring • McCandless • Nelson • Shipman | ||
