Richard Burr: “I also rise in support of two fine and highly qualified individuals to be confirmed to the Federal bench, Robert Conrad…”

“I also rise in support of two fine and highly qualified individuals to be confirmed to the Federal bench, Robert Conrad to be a U.S. District Court Judge for the Western District of North Carolina and James Dever to be U.S. District Court Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina. Bob Conrad was nominated by the President on April 28, 2003. Bob Conrad is now a partner at the law firm of Mayer, Brown, Rowe, and Maw in Charlotte, North Carolina. He has served as a U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. He is a graduate of Clemson University and the University of Virginia Law School. Bob Conrad possesses the qualities necessary to serve as a U.S. District Court Judge. He is fairminded, evenhanded, and treats all with respect. He has repeatedly demonstrated a commitment to public service and a spirit of impartiality and cooperation. Bob is also a devoted husband to his wife Ann, and he is a loving father to his five children. Today, we consider his nomination for the Western District Court judgeship for the great State of North Carolina. I believe Bob Conrad's integrity, compassion, and intelligence have earned him strong bipartisan support, and he will again serve ably as a representative of our country. I am pleased that almost 2 years since his nomination, Bob Conrad will be confirmed by the Senate. President Bush has also nominated James Dever to be U.S. District Court Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina on May 22, 2002.…”