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Scrofano Law PC Aspiring Public Defender Scholarship

Sponsoring Organization:

Scrofano Law

Working as a public defender is one of the highest callings in the legal profession. To give back to the legal community and express our admiration and appreciation to those who aspire to fight for the underdog, we have created a scholarship for law students interested in pursuing a career as a public defender.

Application Deadline:
June 1

Some application deadlines have not yet been announced. In those cases, the dates posted are based on the scholarship provider’s most recent information. Please confirm each deadline via the provider’s website.

Eligibility Requirements:

1L or 2L

Interest in legal career representing individuals rather than institutions

Employed in a summer position at a public defender's office

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Scholarship Type:
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Award Maximum:
$1,500
Award Minimum:
$1,500
Location:
No Location Required
Interest Area:
Litigation
Essay Requirements:
Yes - 501-1000 words (1-2 pages)
Need Based:
No
Merit Based:
No
Transcript Required:
Yes