Missal to the VA: K&L Gates has lost a partner to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. After a two-year wait, the U.S. Senate confirmed Michael Missal on Tuesday to work as the troubled agency’s inspector general. He had been co-leader of the firm’s regulatory and policy practice. “We wish Mike the best as he embarks on this important and challenging return to public service,” the firm said in a statement.
Wagner Out: After a six-and-a-half-year tenure in Sacramento, Benjamin Wagner, the Eastern District of California U.S. Attorney, will leave his post. A Justice Department press release highlighted his work related to gang violence and child exploitation, outreach to Arab and Muslim Americans, prosecution of mortgage fraud cases and leadership on a white collar crime committee. securing record sums from banks for their role in the 2008 financial crisis.
Collyer’s Seat Open: The NLJ’s Zoe Tillman reports that Judge Rosemary Collyer, of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, will take senior status. The nominating committee led by Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton will accept application for the open seat through May 4.
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