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Jan Jancin Competition

These merit-based scholarships are directed toward recognizing rising, second and third year law students from diverse backgrounds who are underrepresented racial or ethnic minorities. In addition, applicants must demonstrate an interest in, be engaged in activities related to, or be pursuing a career in Intellectual Property law. Institution must have at least one IP course.

Scholarship Type:

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA)

Award Maximum:

$5,000

Application Deadline:

May 31

Eligibility Requirements:

2L or 3L

Nominated by law school

Underrepresented racial or ethnic minority law student

Interested in pursuing a career in Intellectual Property

Shumaker 2L Diversity Scholarship

Offered to an outstanding second year law student who is enrolled at an ABA-accredited law school and who participates in the firm’s summer associate program, to assist in offsetting his or her law school expenses. The scholarship is in addition to the salary paid to the student for his or her Summer Associate position.

Scholarship Type:

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Shumaker Attorneys at Law

Award Maximum:

$7,500

Application Deadline:

July 31

Eligibility Requirements:

Current 2L student

Members of underrepresented or minority groups

Outstanding undergraduate and law school academic credentials, demonstrated leadership abilities, and community involvement

Applicants must also demonstrate a commitment to practice law after graduating from law school in the geographic area of one of our firm’s offices

Arent Fox Diversity Scholarship

The goal of this scholarship is part of the firm's efforts to increase diversity as well as increase diversity in the legal profession.

Scholarship Type:

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Arent Fox

Award Maximum:

$25,000

Application Deadline:

August 15

Eligibility Requirements:

2L at an ABA accredited Law School in the U.S.

Member of a diverse population that historically has been underrepresented in the legal profession

Authorized for work in the U.S.

Silver Scholar Program - 2L

Scholarship is awarded for second-year law school students which is designed to increase diversity within the firm and the legal profession. Students selected to be Silver Scholars will receive a summer associate position at Proskauer and be eligible for a cash award payable in installments.

Scholarship Type:

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Proskauer

Award Maximum:

$30,000

Application Deadline:

August 15

Eligibility Requirements:

2L enrolled in a full-time program at an ABA-accredited law school

U.S. Citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.

Member of a historically underrepresented group in the legal profession, including, law students who are members of racial and/or ethnic minority groups, are differently abled, or are from disadvantaged socioeconomic backgrounds

Outstanding undergraduate and law school academic achievement. Demonstrate leadership qualities and active involvement in the community

May not be offered this year - verify status with the scholarship provider

Knobbe Martens 2L Diversity Scholarship

This scholarship includes a paid summer associate position with Knobbe Martens during the summer of 2025, as well as a scholarship grant up to $25,000.

Scholarship Type:

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Knobbe Martens

Award Maximum:

$25,000

Application Deadline:

September 2

Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in good standing as a second-year law student at an ABA-accredited law school in the J.D. class of 2026.

Belong to a group that historically has been underrepresented in the intellectual property legal profession.

JAG Corp US Navy (Ret.) Legal Education Scholarship

This foundation scholarship is geared to law students who reside in, or attend a law school in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. In addition to the residency requirement, this is also a merit and need based scholarship. However, disadvantaged circumstance will be taken into consideration.

Scholarship Type:

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

J.L. Turner Legal Association Foundation

Application Deadline:

September 20

Eligibility Requirements:

2L or 3L minority law student currently enrolled in an ABA accredited law school in the U.S., in good academic standing and demonstrates financial need

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident

Currently serves or was honorably discharged from a branch of the U.S. military (valid DD214) OR is the child of a U.S. military veteran (valid DD214) OR is a current member of, or has been accepted and plans to enter, the U.S. JAG Corp.

Be one of the following: from the DFW Metroplex OR attend law school in the DFW Metroplex OR an African-American male or female law student that is from (born in or raised in) the state of Texas

Jerold S. Solovy Diversity Scholarship Award

This foundation scholarship is directed at diverse and deserving law students. Participation and leadership in supporting diversity-related programs as well as merit and financial need will be considered.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Diversity Scholarship Foundation

Application Deadline:

October 31

Eligibility Requirements:

Law student

Maintains 3.8 GPA

Legal community diversity volunteer work required

James W. Stoudt Memorial Scholarship

This memorial foundation provides three scholarships, two of which are specifically dedicated to the support of historically underrepresented minority law students of African-American, Hispanic-American or Native American ancestry. Open to Pennsylvania residents in their second year of a full-time law school program or third year of a part-time program.

Scholarship Type:

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Pennsylvania Bar Foundation

Award Maximum:

$3,000

Application Deadline:

December 1

Eligibility Requirements:

Attending any one of the nine accredited law schools serving Pennsylvania

Must be or become law student members of the Pennsylvania Bar Association (free student membership)

Demonstrate financial need

Be in good academic standing

Diversity In Law Scholarship Contest

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C.

Award Maximum:

$2,500

Application Deadline:

December 15

Eligibility Requirements:

Member of a historically underrepresented group in the legal profession.

Enrolled or to be enrolled at ABA law school.

May not be offered this year - verify status with the scholarship provider

Stoel Rives First-year Law Student Diversity Fellowship

The 1L Diversity Fellowship promotes the commitment to fostering diversity within the Stole Rivers firm and community.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Stoel Rives

Award Maximum:

$15,000

Application Deadline:

January 5

Eligibility Requirements:

1L at an ABA-accredited law school in good academic standing

Ability to bring a diverse perspective to the firm because of your adaptability, cultural fluency, resilience, and life experiences

Demonstrate academic excellence, personal and professional accomplishments, commitment to community service, and meaningful contribution to the diversity of the legal profession

Involvement in leadership roles or opportunities where you have led others toward a common goal or project

1L Diversity Scholarship

These 1L Diversity Scholarship recipients will receive a paid position in the Summer Associate Program in one of four offices and a scholarship for 2nd year tuition and expenses.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Award Maximum:

$15,000

Application Deadline:

January 5

Eligibility Requirements:

1L law student

Diverse backgrounds

Committed to civic involvement that promotes diversity and will continue that commitment upon entering the legal profession

Committed to practicing in the location in which they are applying

Corey, Luzaich, de Ghetaldi & Riddle Legacy Scholarship

This scholarship is for member of historically underrepresented groups in the legal profession, as well as people identifying as a person with disabilities, openly LGBTQ, or military veterans in order to foster the advancement of diversity in the legal profession.

Scholarship Type:

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Corey, Luzaich, de Ghetaldi & Riddle LLP

Award Maximum:

$25,000

Application Deadline:

January 6

Eligibility Requirements:

Student at any of the following schools who have completed their first year of law school and is currently enrolled for their second, third, or fourth year of law school.

UC College of the Law, San Francisco
University of San Francisco School of Law
Santa Clara University School of Law
University of California – Berkeley School of Law
Stanford Law School
Golden Gate University School of Law

Cooley Diversity Fellowship

As part of Cooley’s ongoing commitment to diversity, this diversity fellowship is offered to outstanding first year law school students.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Cooley Law Firm

Award Maximum:

$50,000

Application Deadline:

January 10

Eligibility Requirements:

Law school

Demonstrate a commitment to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion

Stinson Diversity Scholarship/Diversity Fellowship

This fellowship provides substantial tuition assistance, a dedicated attorney mentor, plus a paid summer associate position where fellows experience meaningful, hands-on learning and networking opportunities.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Stinson

Award Maximum:

$30,000

Application Deadline:

January 10

Eligibility Requirements:

1L member of a racial minority group historically underrepresented in the legal profession

Strong academic record as an undergraduate, graduate (if applicable) and law school student

Be interested in areas of the law that match the firm's practice areas and demonstrate strong legal writing skills

Committed to practicing law in the firm's locations to which the candidate is seeking a summer associate position (currently only available in Kansas City, Minneapolis, Phoenix and St. Louis)

Perkins Coie 1L Diversity Fellowship

This 1L Fellowship program is designed to recruit top-notch law students who may eventually begin full-time employment with the firm.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Perkins Coie

Award Maximum:

$15,000

Application Deadline:

January 16

Eligibility Requirements:

Racial/Ethnic and other underrepresented minority groups

Shumaker 1L Diversity Scholarship

Offered to an outstanding first year law student who is enrolled at an ABA-accredited law school and who participates in the firm’s summer associate program, to assist in offsetting his or her law school expenses. The scholarship is in addition to the salary paid to the student for his or her Summer Associate position.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Shumaker Attorneys at Law

Award Maximum:

$7,500

Application Deadline:

January 17

Eligibility Requirements:

Current 1L student

Members of underrepresented or minority groups

Outstanding undergraduate and law school academic credentials, demonstrated leadership abilities, and community involvement

Applicants must also demonstrate a commitment to practice law after graduating from law school in the geographic area of one of our firm’s offices

Blank Rome Diversity Scholars Program

This scholarship was established to attract outstanding diverse law students committed to promoting diversity to the legal community at large.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Blank Rome

Award Maximum:

$25,000

Application Deadline:

January 24

Eligibility Requirements:

1L (day) or 2L (evening) student

Part of an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission racial/ethnic group, or

LGBTQ+ Community, or

Committed to diversity

Silver Scholar Program - 1L

Scholarship is awarded for first-year law school students which is designed to increase diversity within the firm and the legal profession. Students selected to be Silver Scholars will receive a summer associate position at Proskauer and be eligible for a cash award payable in installments.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Proskauer

Award Maximum:

$30,000

Application Deadline:

January 24

Eligibility Requirements:

1L enrolled in a full-time program at an ABA-accredited law school

Demonstrate leadership qualities and active involvement in the community

Outstanding undergraduate and law school academic achievement

Sidney B. Williams, Jr. Scholar Program

Scholarships are awarded to students who are members of underrepresented racial and ethnic groups and who are exploring a career in IP law. Scholars engage with experts and leaders in the patent law field during the law school admissions process and throughout their law school experience.

Scholarship Type:

Aspiring Law Students

Incoming Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Foundation for Advancement of Diversity in IP Law

Award Maximum:

$30,000

Application Deadline:

January 31

Eligibility Requirements:

Attend or plan to attend an ABA-accredited law school in the Fall semester

Identify as members of a racial or ethnic minority group that is currently underrepresented in the patent law profession

Richard Mintz Diversity Scholarship

Mintz strives to create an environment where people from all backgrounds are positioned for success. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity at the firm and in the legal profession Mintz awards the Richard Mintz Diversity Scholarship to an exemplary diverse law student each year.

Scholarship Type:

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Mintz

Award Maximum:

$30,000

Application Deadline:

January 31

Eligibility Requirements:

Community-minded

From diverse background

Shown academic excellence and commitment to diversity

May not be offered this year - verify status with the scholarship provider

McAndrews Diversity in Patent Law Fellowship

Must be a qualified 1L student at an ABA-accredited law school and must possess a diverse background, a technical degree in science or engineering, and a commitment to pursuing a patent law career in Chicago to apply for this summer associates program.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

McAndrews

Award Maximum:

$15,000

Application Deadline:

February 1

Eligibility Requirements:

1L Law student attending an ABA accredited law school

Diverse background

Commitment to a patent law career

Intent to practice in Chicago

Justice John F. Aiso Scholarship

This organization offers scholarships in varying amounts to deserving law students and recent law school graduates in furtherance of their legal education. Diverse populations dedicated to community service are encouraged to apply.

Scholarship Type:

Bar Study

Incoming Law Students

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Japanese American Bar Association Educational Foundation

Application Deadline:

February 17

Eligibility Requirements:

Law school student and recent graduates

Commitment to serving the Japanese American community and/or the API community

Academic achievement considered

Financial need considered

Vernellia R. Randall Bar Exam Grant, July

The grant honors Vernellia R. Randall, who has made a lasting contribution to the Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation and has played a significant role in the effort to give women and minorities greater access to the justice system.

Scholarship Type:

Bar Study

Sponsoring Organization:

Oregon Women Lawyers (OWLS) Foundation

Award Maximum:

$5,000

Application Deadline:

March 1

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a parent with children under the age of 18 (special consideration given to students with multiple children, children under the age of 6, and children with special needs)

In last year of law school

Intend to practice law in Oregon

Sitting for the July Bar Exam

Diversity Scholarship Program

This scholarship is primarily designed to increase the number of diverse law students interested in summer and long-term employment with Nelson Mullins, the scholarship program fits squarely into the Firm’s commitment to inclusive excellence and robust diversity in all aspects of Firm life.

Scholarship Type:

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Nelson Mullins

Award Maximum:

$10,000

Application Deadline:

March 1

Eligibility Requirements:

2L students, enrolled in a full-time J.D. program at an ABA Accredited law school

May not be offered this year - verify status with the scholarship provider

USLAW Law School Diversity Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to eligible, diverse law students and those who demonstrate a genuine commitment to DEI and social justice in their communities, or within their academic career, and demonstrate financial need to achieve their academic and professional dreams.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

USLAW

Award Maximum:

$5,000

Application Deadline:

March 21

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicant is from an underrepresented population and background, which includes but is not limited to, American Indian or Alaskan Native, Asian, Black or African American, Native American or Other Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx, and/or multiple of the aforementioned racial identities, or who identifies as LGBTQ+.

U.S. Citizen or permanent resident

Applicant is currently attending an ABA-accredited law school

PBA Environmental & Energy Law Section Minority Scholarship Fund

The PBA Environmental & Energy Law Section Minority Scholarship Fund of the Pennsylvania Bar Foundation was created to support law students enrolled in any Pennsylvania accredited law schools.

Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Returning Law Students

Sponsoring Organization:

Pennsylvania Bar Foundation

Award Maximum:

$2,500

Application Deadline:

April 1

Eligibility Requirements:

Attending any accredited law school in Pennsylvania

Under-represented racial/ethnic minority law students (African American, Hispanic American, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Native American)

Pennsylvania residents

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Jan Jancin Competition

Shumaker 2L Diversity Scholarship

Arent Fox Diversity Scholarship

Silver Scholar Program - 2L

Knobbe Martens 2L Diversity Scholarship

JAG Corp US Navy (Ret.) Legal Education Scholarship

Jerold S. Solovy Diversity Scholarship Award

James W. Stoudt Memorial Scholarship

Diversity In Law Scholarship Contest

Stoel Rives First-year Law Student Diversity Fellowship

1L Diversity Scholarship

Corey, Luzaich, de Ghetaldi & Riddle Legacy Scholarship

Cooley Diversity Fellowship

Stinson Diversity Scholarship/Diversity Fellowship

Perkins Coie 1L Diversity Fellowship

Shumaker 1L Diversity Scholarship

Blank Rome Diversity Scholars Program

Silver Scholar Program - 1L

Sidney B. Williams, Jr. Scholar Program

Richard Mintz Diversity Scholarship

McAndrews Diversity in Patent Law Fellowship

Justice John F. Aiso Scholarship

Vernellia R. Randall Bar Exam Grant, July

Diversity Scholarship Program

USLAW Law School Diversity Scholarship

PBA Environmental & Energy Law Section Minority Scholarship Fund

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Award Amount

Application Deadline Month

Location

Applicant Attributes

Interest Area

Essay Requirements

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Jan Jancin Competition

Shumaker 2L Diversity Scholarship

Arent Fox Diversity Scholarship

Silver Scholar Program - 2L

Knobbe Martens 2L Diversity Scholarship

JAG Corp US Navy (Ret.) Legal Education Scholarship

Jerold S. Solovy Diversity Scholarship Award

James W. Stoudt Memorial Scholarship

Diversity In Law Scholarship Contest

Stoel Rives First-year Law Student Diversity Fellowship

1L Diversity Scholarship

Corey, Luzaich, de Ghetaldi & Riddle Legacy Scholarship

Cooley Diversity Fellowship

Stinson Diversity Scholarship/Diversity Fellowship

Perkins Coie 1L Diversity Fellowship

Shumaker 1L Diversity Scholarship

Blank Rome Diversity Scholars Program

Silver Scholar Program - 1L

Sidney B. Williams, Jr. Scholar Program

Richard Mintz Diversity Scholarship

McAndrews Diversity in Patent Law Fellowship

Justice John F. Aiso Scholarship

Vernellia R. Randall Bar Exam Grant, July

Diversity Scholarship Program

USLAW Law School Diversity Scholarship

PBA Environmental & Energy Law Section Minority Scholarship Fund

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