Biography and expertise

Judge Gazda was appointed to the position of Administrative Law Judge for the Social Security Administration in 2005. Prior to this appointment he served as in-house council at USAA and was in private practice. After his undergraduate degree and before going to law school, he served approximately 5 years on active duty with the U.S.Navy. He then continued in the U.S.Naval Reserve for 22 years, retiring in 2004 as a navy captain (06). Judge also obtained a master's degree in Political Science to further his educational credentials in law and government.

Education

Special Professional Degree

JD in Law

St. Mary's University, 1985

Master's Degree

MA in Political Science

St. Mary's University, 2002

Bachelor's Degree

BS in Liberal Arts

Penn State University Park, 1977

Teaching Interests