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Justice in Family Law Scholarship

The Law Office of George J. Skuros Justice in Family Law Scholarship supports the education of a student who is passionate about promoting equity in family law practice and policy. Applications are open to current undergraduate students who intend to pursue a law degree, as well as current law students.

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The Law Office of George J. Skuros

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May 26
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Enrolled (or will be) in an accredited undergraduate or J.D. program at a U.S. college or university for the academic year surrounding the deadline

U.S. citizen 

At least 18 years old

2.5 GPA

Black Law Student Scholarship

Every semester, the Foray Firm offers a scholarship to one African American law student who demonstrates their passion and dedication to family law. 

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The Foray Firm

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Application Deadline:
June 6
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African American student who is pursuing a law degree at an accredited law school

Holds membership with the Black Law Student Association

Minimum 3.0 GPA 

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

Black Law Student Scholarship - Spring

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The Foray Firm

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December 8
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An African American student who is pursuing a degree in law and a demonstrated interest in family law

The student is enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school

Minimum 3.0 GPA 

Submit a video answering a prompt

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

Land Legal Group Scholarship

This annual scholarship is available to students attending school in the Fall Semester as either a pre-law undergraduate or first-year law student.

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Land Legal Group

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February 15
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U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Enrolled as a pre-law undergraduate or entering law school.

3.0 GPA

A & B Scholarship for Aspiring Family Law Attorneys

Our firm believes that every party involved in divorce and family law cases deserves a talented, dedicated advocate to help them fight for fair treatment under the law. It’s not enough for us to help our clients obtain justice for their unique situations—we want to make sure that the law itself is applied properly so that others don’t have to go through what they did.That’s why we’ve established this scholarship program: to foster an attitude of fairness and compassion in those who are pursuing a career in family law. We hope it will encourage you, too, as you take steps on your path toward becoming an attorney.

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Anderson & Boback Family Law Attorneys

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Application Deadline:
April 30
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You are currently enrolled and pursuing a Juris Doctor degree at an ABA-accredited law school.

You have a cumulative law school GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good academic standing.

U.S. Citizen

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