7th Circuit seeking comment on Barbosa reappointment

United States Bankruptcy Judge Manuel Barbosa of the Northern District of Illinois has applied to be reappointed by the United States Court of Appeals to a new 14-year term when his current term expires on March 23, 2012.  A United States Bankruptcy Judge is a judicial officer of the United States District Court who exercises the authority of the district court with respect to any action, suit, or proceeding under Chapter 6 of Title 28 of the United States Code.  28 U.S.C. § 151.  Comments are invited from the public and the bar as to whether Judge Barbosa should be reappointed.  Those comments should be in writing and sent by June 17, 2011 to:

• Collins T. Fitzpatrick
• Circuit Executive
• 219 S. Dearborn
• Room 2780
• Chicago, IL 60604