By Max Marbut, Jacksonville Daily Record
The Jacksonville Federal Court Bar Association recognizes outstanding service to the community.
The 18th annual Honorable Harvey E. Schlesinger Spirit of Giving Holiday Luncheon was Dec. 12 at The River Club Downtown.
Sponsored by the Jacksonville Federal Court Bar Association, the event is the holiday gathering for local federal practice lawyers and judges and the presentation of awards.
“We are here to celebrate the spirit of giving and to honor those who go above and beyond in service to the community,” Jacksonville Federal Court Bar Association President Joni Poitier said.
Former Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, now Senior U.S. District Judge Timothy Corrigan presented the civil practice Spirit of Giving Award to Jacksonville Area Legal Aid President and CEO Jim Kowalski.
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About Jacksonville Area Legal Aid
Jacksonville Area Legal Aid is a nonprofit law firm focused on delivering economic, social, and housing justice to low-income and at-risk individuals and families on the First Coast.
If you are an attorney wanting to volunteer with probate and heirs property issues, contact JALA Pro Bono Director Aaron Irving, at (904) 356-8371, Ext. 363, or Aaron.Irving@jaxlegalaid.org.
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