John Stokes
1756–1790 · VA
Judicial Service
| Court | Title | Appointed By | Commissioned | Termination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. District Court for the District of North Carolina | Judge | George Washington | Aug 3, 1790 | Death, Oct 12, 1790 |
Professional Career
Continental Army captain, 1778-1783; State's attorney, Rowan County, North Carolina, 1784; Teacher of law, Rowan County, North Carolina, 1784-1785; State senator, Montgomery County, North Carolina, 1786-1787; Private practice, Rowan County, North Carolina, 1787-; Member, North Carolina House of Commons, 1789; Member, North Carolina convention to ratify U.S. Constitution, 1789