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CG 77-22636 JJG/hey - On March 26, 1979, Norman H. Nachman, 115 South LaSalle, Suite 2580, Chicago, Tllinoi (312) 263-1480, was contacted by SA regarding Abner J. Mikva's application for United States Court of Appeals Judge in Washington, D.C. Nachman advised that he has known Mikva since 1960. Their association has been strictly professional. Nachman was in weekly contact with applicant during Mikva's term on the Board of Manager of the Chicago Bar Association in 1963. Nachman advised that Mikva's reputation for integrity, good character and common sense is absolutely superb. The applicant is also well experienced and is extremely fair, even-tempered and free from biases against any class of citizens or any religious or racial group. Nachman stated that applicant is not only commited to equal justice under law, but also has an outstanding record as a law student from the University of Chicago as Editor of the "Law Review". The applicant has demonstrated outstanding legal ability and competence as evidenced by his wide legal experience, also has the ability to deal with complex legal problems, the aptitude for legal scholarship and writing, and is very familiar with the courts and their processes. Mikva is more than qualified and willing to manage complicated pre-trial and trial proceedings, including the ability to weigh conflicting testimony and make factual determinations. The applicant's character and personality are an asset for skillful communications with jurors and witnesses. - Nachman advised that Mikva is not only physically sound, but also is an extremely intelligent man and an asset to the legal profession. Nachman stated that he would recommend epplicant without reservations. -39-