Judge J. Paul Oetken

Judge J. Paul Oetken is a United States District Judge for the Southern District of New York, appointed in 2011 by President Barack Obama. He is notable for being one of the first openly gay federal judges in the U.S. and has presided over various significant cases, including those involving civil rights, intellectual property, and corporate law. Oetken's legal background includes experience as a federal prosecutor and working in private practice. His rulings often reflect a commitment to justice and equality under the law, contributing to the evolving landscape of American jurisprudence.