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Judge Richard J. Sullivan

Judge Richard J. Sullivan is a United States District Court judge for the Southern District of New York, appointed in 2010. He has a background in both law and public service, having previously served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney and as the head of the Civil Division in the U.S. Attorney’s Office. He is known for handling a variety of cases, including civil rights, fraud, and complex litigation. Judge Sullivan's decisions are significant in shaping legal precedents and his judicial approach reflects a commitment to fairness and the rule of law in the federal judiciary.