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Judge Kenneth Francis Ripple

Judge

Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit

Kenneth Francis Ripple is a Judge on the Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, serving since 1985. The appointment came from Ronald Reagan in 1985. Education: B.A. from Fordham University; LL.M. from George Washington University.

Court
Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
Position
Judge
Appointed By
Ronald Reagan
Active
1985 – present
Party
Republican
ABA Rating
Well Qualified (1985)

Education

  • B.A.Fordham University (1965)
  • LL.M.George Washington University (1972)

Career History

  • JudgeCourt of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit (1985 – present) — appointed by Ronald Reagan
  • Professor of law1977 – present
  • U.S. Naval Reserve1972 – present
  • Attorney1968 – present
  • Reporter1978 – 1985
  • Private practice1977 – 1985
  • Special assistant1973 – 1977
  • Legal officer1972 – 1973
  • U.S. Navy1968 – 1972

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About this profile

Biographical details on this page — court, position, appointing authority, service dates, education, and career history — are public record, sourced from the CourtListener judicial directory. They are not legal advice and do not predict how Judge Ripple will decide any matter.