Benjamin Jerome Cheeks
b. 1977 · Albany, GA
Judicial Service
| Court | Title | Appointed By | Commissioned | Termination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California | Judge | Joseph R. Biden (Democratic) | Jan 9, 2025 | — |
Education
- University of Miami, B.A., 2000
- American University, Washington College of Law, J.D., 2003
Professional Career
Assistant district attorney, New York City, 2003-2010; Assistant U.S. attorney, Southern District of California, 2010-2013; Adjunct professor, Thomas Jefferson School of Law, 2012-2013; Private practice, San Diego, California, 2013-2024; Adjunct professor, California Western School of Law, 2014-2022
Other Federal Judicial Service
- U.S. Magistrate Judge, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California, 2024-2025