MAX Scholarship Winners
MAX Scholarship Winners

MAX Scholarship Winners

February 2024 MAX by AccessLex® $5,000 Scholarship Winners

 

1L Winners

 

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Nicholas Westly
Lewis & Clark
Law School


 

Hooman Hojabri

Hooman Hojabri
Loyola University Chicago
School of Law

 


"Financial literacy is one of the most important skills needed as one enters the professional world. Thankfully MAX by AccessLex® is an amazing resource to establish a great foundation of financial knowledge that helps with managing the costs of law school. The tools and education MAX by AccessLex® makes available to the next generation of lawyers is invaluable, both during their time in school and in the professional realm. I was able to do in-depth financial planning for both my time in law school and my post-graduation life thanks to this program. MAX by AccessLex® is easy and intuitive to use, I could not recommend utilizing it enough."

 

 

2L Winners

 

Paige Segall

Paige Segall
Campbell University

Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law


"As a law student, it's easy to get caught up in school and forget about other important aspects of your life, like finances. But we all know that financial responsibilities will look a bit different once we cross that graduation stage. That's where I have been appreciative of MAX by AccessLex®! Their short courses and online webinars have helped me stay on top of my finances in a digestible and stress-free way. The advisors at AccessLex are particularly helpful in providing the necessary resources to cultivate a positive mindset toward financial planning. Investing your time in developing these skills is crucial, as it will provide you with the necessary tools to be able to handle your finances with confidence."

 

Neil Joyce

Neil Joyce
University of Michigan

Law School

"AccessLex has the most useful financial planning resources I've come across in law school. Given the financial burden of a legal education, I've found AccessLex Institute's extensive resources and modules incredibly helpful in assessing my current financial state, my financial goals, and how I can put myself in a financially stable position to maximize the opportunities in my legal career. I plan to use AccessLex Institute's resources throughout the remainder of law school and as I enter the profession. Thank you, AccessLex!"

 

3L Winners

 

Rubí Rodriguez

Rubí Rodriguez
Columbia
Law School

"MAX by AccessLex® has been such a game-changer for me during law school. As a first-generation law student, MAX has empowered me to make informed decisions about my financial future. Plus, it's super easy to use, which is a big win for someone like me who's not exactly a finance expert. It's made the whole law school journey a lot less overwhelming and a lot more manageable."

Annmarie Gruick

Annmarie Gruick
St. John’s University

School of Law

"MAX by AccessLex® has provided me with invaluable financial tools and knowledge to succeed in law school and in my future career. The online courses were accessible, informative, and easy to follow. The MAX by AccessLex® program was with me every step of the way through law school and my changing finances. The courses put me at ease and gave me a jump start to effectively plan for my future from loan repayment and beyond! I am grateful to AccessLex for the resources and the scholarships they provide!"

November 2023 MAX by AccessLex® $5,000 Scholarship Winners

 

1L Winners

 

Kelly Brady

Kelly Brady
University of Montana
Alexander Blewett III School of Law


"It is easy to get so wrapped up in your studies that you forget that you need to be financially stable to help others as well as yourself. MAX by AccessLex® is a great program to start off your legal education, giving you the tools you need to both look far ahead and help abate more immediate day-to-day financial stress that might harm your progress in your law school journey! Mindfulness from day one about your financial health will help prevent other issues that are so often encountered by law students. Thank you to AccessLex for the help of this amazing scholarship and the tools from your program to look further down the road!"

Jennifer Zheng

Jennifer Zheng
University of Virginia

School of Law

"Financial education is an incredibly important skill in life, and I have appreciated the opportunity provided by MAX by AccessLex® to better understand the basics of personal finance while thinking about how to apply them in my own life. I found it especially thought-provoking to learn about how factors in one’s background and childhood can have a major psychological impact on the way they think about finances. I’m grateful to have learned these crucial skills prior to embarking on my legal career."

 

2L Winners

 

Andrew Ware

Andrew Ware
The George Washington University

Law School


"The resources and tools offered by AccessLex to help with financial planning during law school are immensely valuable. The online courses include useful information that addresses many questions and concerns regarding how to mindfully manage finances as a law student. Resources are accurate and accessible, making it easy to achieve financial literacy and making an otherwise overwhelming topic much more manageable. I am grateful for AccessLex Institute’s support and its commitment to empowering the next generation of lawyers to achieve success."

 

Emily Seitz

Emily Seitz
University of Minnesota

Law School

"MAX by AccessLex® has been invaluable in my law school career by providing many resources on loan repayment and managing finances. I was worried about loan repayment and finances when entering law school, but the MAX by AccessLex® tools have been a big help in planning for life post-graduation and for making financial planning easy to understand. I am very grateful to AccessLex for the resources and the scholarship they have provided!"

 

3L Winners

 

Annie Xu

Annie Xu
University of Michigan

Law School
(Also one of our April 2023 grand prize scholarship winners!)
"AccessLex has been so helpful for simplifying complex topics I never thought I would understand without a business degree, like mutual funds versus ETFs, and all the different retirement savings vehicles. I love the interactive lessons and the wide range of articles and webinars. As a first-generation law student, I have never felt more empowered to take control of my financial journey. Thank you so much for all that you do!"

Megan Moran

Megan Moran
Pepperdine

Caruso School of Law

"MAX by AccessLex® has been an indispensable resource to me, imparting crucial insights into the management of my law school debt and effectively preparing me for post-law school repayment. The platform's user-friendly interface efficiently simplifies intricate financial topics, ensuring accessibility and clarity. I am so thankful for the scholarship and the comprehensive financial education that MAX by AccessLex® has provided me."