Wilson Turner Kosmo partner Frederick Kosmo has been appointed chair of the Federal Magistrate Judge Selection Committee for the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California.

The panel, composed of attorneys and other members of the community, will assist in the selection of a new federal magistrate judge to replace William McCurine Jr., who is retiring in February.

Kosmo has practiced law for 25 years and joined Wilson Turner Kosmo in 1992. His practice focuses primarily on business, product liability, employment, contract, real estate, health care and trust litigation.

As chair of the merit selection panel, Kosmo will oversee the process of selecting the next federal magistrate. His panel will conduct thorough interviews on all applicants in search of the most qualified.

The process is completely confidential and the names of the five most qualified candidates will be forwarded to the district court for consideration and final approval.

“It is a great honor and responsibility to assist in the selection of fair minded federal court judges," Kosmo said. “I look forward to being a part of this important process.”

Other members of the Merit Selection Panel include Karen Hewitt, Michele McKenzie, Knut Johnson, John Gomez, Janice Brown, Peter Quon Jr., Kevin Green, Patricia Guerrero, Jay Campbell, Jessie Knight and Cheryl Walker