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First Generation Scholarship

Sponsors are looking for applicants who are first generation immigrants or the child of a first generation immigrant. The scholarship aims to empower and celebrate the individuality of immigrant communities.

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Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Godoy Law Office

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in an accredited community college, undergraduate, or graduate program

3.0 or higher overall GPA

First generation immigrant or the child of a first generation immigrant

W.B. Clark Scholarship

This scholarship provides funding for a student from Kay County, Oklahoma, to attend law school in Oklahoma. It is funded from a permanent endowment honoring W.B. Clark.

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Oklahoma Bar Foundation

Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Law student at an Oklahoma law school

Connection to Kay County, Oklahoma

No specific deadline available at last review, 12/31 is a placeholder. Check with scholarship provider for more details.

Transgender First Scholarship

The Transgender First Scholarship is the first national scholarship exclusively dedicated to helping underserved Transgender students get affordable access to a college education.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Transgender First

Award Maximum:
$2,500
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Planning to pursue or currently pursuing a degree at an accredited post-secondary institution in the U.S.

Have a high school diploma or GED

Identify as Transgender or Non-Binary

U.S. Citizen

Vinson & Elkins Diversity Fellowship

Vinson & Elkins annually awards Diversity Fellowships to some of the brightest law students from top law schools in the U.S.

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Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Vinson &Elkins

Award Maximum:
$50,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Law student

Attend an American Bar Association accredited law school in the U.S.

Good academic standing

Demonstrated interest in working at Vinson & Elkins, joining the firm as a Summer Associate, and advancing the firm’s Diversity & Inclusion initiatives

No specific deadline available at last review, 12/31 is a placeholder. Check with scholarship provider for more details.

Law Offices of Daniel Kim Scholarship

The Law Offices of Daniel Kim understand the cost of attending higher education can be thousands of dollars and understand how challenging the financial burden can be for a student in pursing higher studies. This scholarship is offered to individuals who are in colleges or universities or planning on attending college or graduate school in nearest future.

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Law Offices of Daniel Kim

Award Maximum:
$5,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in university/college

Good academic standing with your current educational institution

3.0+ GPA

Citizen of the U.S.

McDonald Worley Annual Scholarship

Award is seeking female students with diverse backgrounds of race, ethnicity, or faith and have demonstrated academic achievement and a commitment to community service in fields of science, math, engineering, technology, business and law to apply for this scholarship.

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Sponsoring Organization:

McDonald Worley

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

College or Graduate/Professional Degrees

Female

Diverse background

Demonstrated academic achievement

Commitment to Community Service

The Kilroy Law Firm Justice Scholarship

The Kilroy Law Firm Justice Scholarship promotes diversity within the profession for Black/African American, Hispanic, Native North American, and Pacific Islander students. This scholarship will be awarded to a law school student.

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Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Kilroy Law Firm

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Must have at least one birth parent who is a member of one of the following minority groups: Black/African American, Hispanic, Native North American, Pacific Islander

Must be currently enrolled or accepted in an accredited law school in the U.S.

Younglove Law Group Scholarship

This scholarship is offered by the Younglove Law Group, Newport Beach personal injury attorneys, who are  passionate about helping others.

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Younglove Law Group

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Plan to attend or enrolled in college, graduate school or law school

Legal resident of the U.S.

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Mark Sherman Juvenile Justice Scholarship

The Law Offices of Mark Sherman has a long-standing commitment to serving clients and fighting for justice on their behalf. That is why we are proud to announce our 2024 Juvenile Justice Scholarship! 

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Law Offices of Mark Sherman

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Must be enrolled in college, graduate school or a GED holder who is about to attend college

3.0 GPA or higher

Must have an interest in serving underrepresented communities

Education Accessibility Scholarship

The public education system could learn a great deal from the students that it serves. Connecticut Trial Firm would like to hear the next generations’ ideas on how to improve America’s public education system so that more students have access to higher education institutions.

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Scholarship Type:
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Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Connecticut Trial Firm, LLC

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Currently enrolled (or enrolled prior to the scholarship deadline) at an accredited institution in the U.S.

Must have the intent to complete a 2 or 4 year program at a junior or community college or paralegal, graduate, or undergraduate program

Be the first in your family to attend a four-year college

Have good academic standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA or above

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

Roberts & Harris PC Scholarship For Students

Roberts & Harris PC is offering scholarship, which is available to college students. Patrick Roberts, lead attorney at Roberts & Harris PC, offers a yearly needs-based scholarship opportunity to motivated students who may need a little financial assistance to obtain their degree.

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Sponsoring Organization:

Roberts & Harris PC

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

U.S. Citizen or legal resident who is authorized to work in the country

3.0 GPA or higher

Be accepted to or attending law school

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

Bar Exam Stipend - Winter Bar Exam

NIBA seeks to increase the membership and participation of Native attorneys in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. The purpose of the NIBA bar stipend is to aid graduating Native law students, who are committed to advancing the goals and visions of Native communities and people through legal representation and advocacy, with bar exam preparation for either of the Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington State bar exams.

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Scholarship Type:
Bar Study
Sponsoring Organization:

Northwest Indian Bar Association (NIBA)

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 1
Eligibility Requirements:

Applicant must be set to graduate or have graduated from an accredited law school

Registered for the winter Alaska, Idaho, Oregon or Washington State Bar exams

Intend to work in the field of American Indian law or policy in the Northwest

Harvey Fellowship

The Harvey Fellows Program provides scholarships to Christian students who are pursuing graduate studies at premier universities in fields considered to be underrepresented by Christians. The awards (which vary in quantity and amount from year-to-year) can be used for legitimate educational expenses and are renewable up to two additional years.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The 28twelve Foundation

Award Maximum:
$16,000
Application Deadline:
January 3
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in or have applied to a full-time graduate program at a "premier university"

Christian Religion

Must demonstrate intended vocational field has a significant impact on society, and yet appears to be underrepresented by Christians

Wyrick Robbins Diversity Scholarship

The Wyrick Robbins Diversity Scholarship demonstrates our commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within our firm and the legal profession by providing professional and financial support to law students at the outset of their legal careers.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Wyrick Robbins

Award Maximum:
$20,000
Application Deadline:
January 3
Eligibility Requirements:

Law student

Diverse 1L with consideration of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, Citizenship, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by applicable law

Demonstrable commitment to diversity and inclusion

Donald W. Banner Diversity Fellowship

Created to strengthen diversity and inclusion in the field of intellectual property law, this fellowship provides first- and second-year law students with the opportunity to participate in the firm’s summer associate program and receive a scholarship towards law school tuition or other school-related expenses.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Banner Witcoff (law firm)

Award Maximum:
$10,000
Application Deadline:
January 3
Eligibility Requirements:

1L and 2L students who attend an ABA-accredited law school in the U.S.

Identify as members of a historically underrepresented group in intellectual property law or possess a demonstrated commitment to strengthening diversity and inclusion in the legal profession

May Firm Bi-annual Scholarship Fund, Spring

The May Firm's scholarship goal is to provide students with assistance in obtaining a higher education, and taking some of the financial burden off of hard working students. This bi-annual scholarship will be provided to a student enrolled at either a community college or university.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The May Firm

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 5
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled at either a Community College or University

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.

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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 Fellowship Program

A first-year law student who is a person of color or a member of an underrepresented group is eligible for this diversity fellowship, which includes a 10-week paid summer associate position and a grant.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Tonkon Torp

Award Maximum:
$10,000
Application Deadline:
January 5
Eligibility Requirements:

1L law student in good standing

Demonstrated record of academic achievement

Contribute to the diversity of the legal community

Demonstrate commitment to practicing law in Portland, Oregon

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.

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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

Switzer Environmental Fellowship Program

A one-year fellowship provided to highly talented graduate students in New England and California whose studies and career goals are directed toward environmental improvement and who clearly demonstrate leadership in their field.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Robert & Patricia Switzer Foundation

Award Maximum:
$17,000
Application Deadline:
January 6
Eligibility Requirements:

Be enrolled Full-Time at an accredited graduate institution ONLY in California or New England

Graduate School and Law School

U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or DACA recipient

Strong academic qualifications, with academic and career goals focused on environmental improvement

Must have completed at least one semester or quarter of course work to apply, and be seeking the Master’s (J.D.) as their terminal degree

Cooley Diversity Fellowship

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

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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

Pride Foundation

This scholarship will be awarded to an individual who shows leadership potential either within the LGBTQ+ community or within their field of study.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Pride Foundation

Application Deadline:
January 10
Eligibility Requirements:

Must be pursuing post-secondary education (individuals planning to enroll in a program next year are eligible as are current high school seniors)

Northwest Residency: Applicants must be a resident of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, or Washington

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.

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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)

Kate Seabright Scholarship

This scholarship is open to all students attending a university in Washington State who demonstrate a commitment to advocating for mental health awareness, promoting volunteerism, and increasing diversity and inclusion in the legal profession.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Korean American Bar Association of Washington (KABA)

Award Maximum:
$8,000
Application Deadline:
January 10
Eligibility Requirements:

1L, 2L, or 3L

In good standing at any of the three law schools in Washington state

Oregon Latino Scholarship Program

The Latino Scholarship Program supports students entering or continuing college or graduate school. First generation, low- and moderate-income students in Oregon and SW Washington have won in the past.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber Oregon Community Foundation

Application Deadline:
January 12
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in an accredited community college, 4-year college or university, or an accredited graduate degree program

Applicant must be currently attending a high school in Oregon or Clark County, Washington or have attended a high school in Oregon OR Clark County, Washington and currently enrolled in an accredited college

Hispanic ancestry

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Demonstrated academic excellence, extra-curricular activities, and community service

Perkins Coie 1L Patent Litigation & Patent Fellowship

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

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Perkins Coie

Award Maximum:
$15,000
Application Deadline:
January 13
Eligibility Requirements:

1L

Technical backgrounds/ interest in patent litigation &/or patent prosecution.

Glotzer & Leib's Scholarship, Spring

Glotzer & Leib is a personal injury law firm serving accident victims in Southern California. We believe our mission to empower Californians goes beyond helping after an accident. Education empowers everyone. That's why we've launched the Glotzer & Leib Personal Injury Scholarship Fund.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Glotzer & Leib LLP

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university in the U.S. or accepted and have committed to attend a specific college or university next semester

Coleman 1L Diversity Fellowship

This award was designed to urge young lawyers to cultivate their cultural literacy and pay close attention to events unfolding on the world stage as well as promote diversity for first year law students.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

O'Melveny

Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Law student in good standing

Demonstrate a commitment to diversity

Toronto Personal Injury Scholarship, Spring

After an accident, many families have to make the difficult choice between paying expensive medical bills or funding a child’s college fund. Schiffman Personal Injury Lawyers help deserving scholars keep education within reach, no matter what curveballs life throws at them.

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Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Schiffmann Personal Injury Lawyers

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

College or Graduate/Professional Degrees

Enrolled in the U.S. or Canada

May Firm Bi-annual Scholarship Fund, Spring

The May Firm's scholarship goal is to provide students with assistance in obtaining a higher education, and taking some of the financial burden off of hard working students. This bi-annual scholarship will be provided to a student enrolled at either a community college or university.

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Sponsoring Organization:

The May Firm

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled at either a Community College or University

Justice Alex M. Fromme Memorial Scholarship Award

This foundation scholarship is open to all law students attending the University of Kansas Law School or Washburn Law School, and who are committed to practicing law in Kansas. Financial need is not considered.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Kansas Bar Foundation

Award Maximum:
$2,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Attend either the University of Kansas School of Law or Washburn University School of Law

Intend to practice law in Kansas

Frank Rice Scholarship

This scholarship is intended to help law students become lawyers in the mold of Frank Rice, who was “among the finest…in the Bar. He was at the top of his class…and always applied the highest level of legal scholarship to any legal matter in which he was involved.”

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Kansas Bar Foundation

Award Maximum:
$6,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Attending either the University of Kansas School of Law or Washburn University School of Law

Kansas resident with a bona fide desire to practice in Kansas

Hinkle Law Firm Student Scholarship

Because community service is extremely important to the Hinkle law firm, applicants must demonstrate a history of community involvement to be considered. It is also important to the Hinkle law firm that applicants exhibit professionalism and high character in their personal and professional lives.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Kansas Bar Foundation

Award Maximum:
$4,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Attending the University of Kansas School of Law or Washburn University School of Law

Bona fide intent to practice in the state of Kansas

Lathrop GPM Scholarship

Kansas Bar Foundation offers scholarships to law student at the University of Kansas School of Law or Washburn University School of Law. The Foundation seeks to support applicants demonstrating a bona fide intention to practice law in Kansas.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Kansas Bar Foundation

Award Maximum:
$4,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Attending the University of Kansas School of Law or Washburn University School of Law

Bona fide intent to practice in the state of Kansas

Maxine S. Thompson Memorial Scholarship Award

The Kansas Bar association created this scholarship to promote the practice of law in rural Kansas. The goal is to support applicants committed to practicing law in rural Kansas, preferably western Kansas.

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Scholarship Type:
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Kansas Bar Foundation

Award Maximum:
$2,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Attending the University of Kansas, School of Law or Washburn University School of Law

Originally from Kansas

Completion of at least 60 credit hours

Bona fide intent to practice in rural Kansas

Mensa Foundation College Scholarship Program

Scholarships are awarded to students expressing their academic and professional goals and how their personal experiences will help them to accomplish those goals.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Mensa Foundation

Award Maximum:
$2,500
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

College or Graduate/Professional Degrees

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.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Perkins Coie

Award Maximum:
$15,000
Application Deadline:
January 16
Eligibility Requirements:

1L

Racial/Ethnic and other underrepresented minority groups

Randall Blair Isenberg Alcohol Addiction Awareness Scholarship

This scholarship is offered to an individual who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to raising awareness about alcohol addiction.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 17
Eligibility Requirements:

Currently enrolled in or formally accepted to any accredited Texas community college, undergraduate or graduate degree program

Demonstrated history of raising alcohol addition awareness

3.0 GPA or above

In good standing

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.

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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

Hispanic Lawyers Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is available for 1L students who are making a difference in the Hispanic Community.

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Scholarship Type:
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Hispanic Lawyers Scholarship Fund Board of Directors

Award Maximum:
$5,000
Application Deadline:
January 24
Eligibility Requirements:

1L currently enrolled in an ABA accredited law school

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.

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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.

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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

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

1L Diversity & Inclusion Fellowship

First-year law students with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion are encouraged to apply for this employment-based scholarship.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Cozen O'Connor

Award Maximum:
$15,000
Application Deadline:
January 24
Eligibility Requirements:

Law School 1L Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Max J. Madrid Law Diversity Scholarship.

This scholarship is offered to 2L or 3L law students who are committed to advancing the goals diversity, equity and inclusion within the legal profession. 

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Scholarship Type:
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Modrall Sperling

Award Maximum:
$10,000
Application Deadline:
January 26
Eligibility Requirements:

2L or 3L student attending an ABA-accredited law school.

Desire to practice law in the State of New Mexico.

Must submit an original five- to ten-page writing sample on any law topic.

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

Lowenstein Sandler Scholars Program

A 1L law student will be selected for an internship and must demonstrate an awareness of the importance of promoting diversity as a result of their life experiences, demonstrated interests, background, personal attributes or characteristics.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Lowenstein Sandler

Award Maximum:
$10,000
Application Deadline:
January 27
Eligibility Requirements:

1L Law student enrolled in an accredited law school

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 or above

Right to Privacy Scholarship

This law firm scholarship is geared toward giving back to the community by supporting academically successful students with an interest in criminal justice.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Leifert & Leifert

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in an accredited institution, including junior college, community college, undergraduate program, or graduate program anywhere in the U.S.

Minimum 3.0 GPA or above

High school graduates or GED holders about to start their college career are eligible to apply

The Inclusion & Diversity Fellowship program

The Inclusion & Diversity Fellowship Program offers a pathway for law students who are interested in the practice of antitrust and unfair competition law. In addition to a monetary stipend, the Fellow receives a year-long mentorship from a practicing antitrust or UCL lawyer and a summer internship in a government agency working on antitrust and unfair competition law matters. 

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

California Lawyers Foundation and the California Lawyers Association Antitrust and Unfair Competition Law Section

Award Maximum:
$10,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Law student currently enrolled full-time in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school. 

Innovation in Vehicle Safety Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to a student with the most creative and innovative ideas for enhancing motor vehicle safety and reducing accident risks.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Law Offices of David W. Holub

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Open to current high school seniors, vocational students, college attendees, or graduate students enrolled in a two to four-year post-secondary institution or vocational program

U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

3.0 GPA

Arthur Lockwood Beneventi Law Scholarship

Scholarship available to students showing dedication to the pursuit of higher education in diverse areas of study including history, economics, law, political science, medicine, nursing, occupational and physical therapy, elementary and secondary education, chemistry, math, science and English.

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution

Award Maximum:
$2,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in or attends an accredited law school

U.S. Citizen

Only one DAR scholarship per applicant

Minimum GPA 3.25

Advocates Scholarship, Fall

This scholarship shows The Advocates' commitment to continued learning throughout life and believe we better ourselves and our communities through education. We are committed to continued learning throughout life and believe we better ourselves and our communities through education.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Advocates

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Incoming or current student enrolled in an accredited college or university the U.S.

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