John P. Cronan is an American attorney who serves as a United States district judge for the Southern District of New York. He was nominated to the federal bench by President Joe Biden and confirmed by the United States Senate in 2022.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Georgetown University (1992)
- Juris Doctor, Georgetown University Law Center (1995)
Legal career
- Clerked for Judge John G. Koeltl of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
- Served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted a range of criminal matters.
- Held positions within the United States Department of Justice, including work in the Criminal Division.
- Practiced as a litigation attorney in private practice, focusing on complex commercial and securities matters.
Federal judicial service
- Nominated by President Biden on September 30 2021 to fill the seat vacated by Judge John G. Koeltl.
- Confirmed by the Senate on June 15 2022 by a vote of 52–45.
- Received his judicial commission on June 20 2022 and began serving on the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
Notable rulings
Since joining the bench, Judge Cronan has issued opinions on a variety of civil and criminal cases, including matters involving securities fraud, immigration, and federal criminal prosecutions. Specific case details are part of the public record of the Southern District of New York.
Professional affiliations
- Member of the New York Bar.
- Member of the Federal Bar Association.
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