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CG 77-22636 GAA/jar _L The following investig i ted on March 27, 1979, by Special agent | — Howard Barron, Partner, Jenner and Block, Attorneys-at-Law, One IBM Plaza, Chicago, Illinois, stated that he has ‘known Abner Mikva on a professional basis for approximately 20 years. Barron first met Mikva when they were on opposite sides of a court case. Because of the respect gained for Mr. Mikva during this trial and in subsequent meetings, Barron later recommended one of his daughters to work for Mr. Mikva. This daughter worked on Mikva'ts Congressional Staff and ha also been on Mikva's campaign committees. Barron further stated that he himself has attended certain campaign gatherings for Mr. Mikva. Barron stated that Mr. Mikva possesses and absolutely has a reputation for integrity, good character and common sense. Mr. Mikva has also never shown any prejudice in any respect in regards to any class of citizens or any religious or racial group. Further, Barron stated that Mikva is in sound physical and mental health and that he is “plenty vigorous". * Mr. Mikva has demonstrated that he has a commitment to equal justice under the lawmd he has also demonstrated outstanding legal ability and competence. Mr. Mikva has also shown an ability to deal with complex legal problems and he is very familiar with various courts and their proceedings. Barron further stated that Mr. Mikva has the ability and willingness to manage complicated pre-trial and trial proceedings and that he has the ability to make factual . determinations and communicate skillfully with jurors and witnesses. Barron stated that he would recommend Mikva “without hesitation" for the position of U:S. Court of Appeals Judge. -30- °