Jacksonville, Florida – U.S. District Court Judge Timothy J. Corrigan, currently serving the Middle District of Florida, has been named the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Distinguished Federal Judicial Service Award. This accolade is in recognition of his unwavering commitment and exemplary service to the public, particularly in promoting pro bono legal services.
The award ceremony, scheduled for January 16, will be presided over by Chief Justice Carlos G. Muñiz and will be broadcast live from the Supreme Court of Florida. This event highlights important contributions made by legal professionals toward public service and pro bono efforts across the state.
Judge Corrigan’s career has long been marked by an affiliation with justice for the underprivileged and supporting access to legal aid. After being admitted to the Bar in 1982, it took him no more than five years to start actively participating in pro bono work by joining the board of Jacksonville Area Legal Aid.
Recognizing his efforts early on, the Jacksonville Bar Association awarded him for his commitment to pro bono legal services in 1991. His dedication only grew stronger when he ascended to the federal bench, shifting his focus from personally handling pro bono cases to motivating other attorneys to engage in such work. Judge Corrigan consistently underscores the importance of voluntary legal services, particularly during the oath-taking ceremonies of new attorneys admitted to The Florida Bar.
Judge Corrigan has also supported important legal aid initiatives, such as the One Promise campaign by The Florida Bar Foundation, now known as Funding Florida Legal Aid, which encourages attorneys to take on at least one pro bono case each year. Additionally, his leadership skills were evident when he served as chief judge from November 2020 to November 2024, a period during which he balanced the significant administrative responsibilities of his role with active participation on the board of Daniel, Inc., a nonprofit aiding at-risk children.
In the previous year, Judge Corrigan was honored with the 2024 William M. Hoeveler Judicial Professionalism Award, further solidifying his reputation as a staunch advocate for justice and professional integrity.
The judicial services and bench members, by supporting pro bono legal services, play a crucial role in enhancing the administration of justice. Such support includes recognizing attorneys engaged in these efforts, advising pro bono programs, and facilitating procedural accommodations for voluntary legal services.
This year’s award ceremony not only recognizes Judge Corrigan but also celebrates numerous other contributors to the field, including individuals, law firms, and bar associations who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to pro bono work. The event, which brings together the legal community’s luminaries, will be available for viewing on various online platforms including Facebook and the Florida Channel.
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