Law School Scholarships- Specific Scholarships

Diversity American Bar Association

Dickstein Shapiro LLP BakerHostetler

Korean American Scholarship Foundation Morgan Lewis PerkinsCoie Milbank

Michigan Auto Law

APIASF

The Mexican American Bar Foundation American Association for Justice

Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Bay Area Baker Donelson

Sidley Austin LLP Vietnamese American Bar Association of Northern California

South Asian Bar Association of Southern California La Raza Lawyers Association, Central Valley Chapter

Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund Diversity Scholarship

Paul D. White Scholarship Program KASF scholarships

Morgan Lewis Diversity Scholarship 1L Diversity Fellowship 1L Diversity Fellowship

2019 Law Student Diversity Scholarship

AANAPISI Scholarship Program

Richard D. Hailey Scholarship AABA Law Foundation's Scholarship Baker Donelson Diversity Scholarship Sidley Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship Vietnamese American Bar Association of Northern California

Scholarship South Asian Bar Association Scholarship The Hon. Mario G. Olmos Memorial Scholarship

The American Bar Association (ABA) awards an annual Legal Opportunity Scholarship to first-year law students. The mission of the program is to encourage racial and ethnic minority students to apply to law school and to provide financial assistance to attend and completing law school. The ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship grants 10 - 20 incoming diverse law students with $15,000 of financial aid over the course of their three years in law school. Since its inception, more than 350 students from across the country have received the ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship.

Must be a member of one of the racial/ethnic groups set forth by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, a student with a disability, or a member of the LGBT community

The Paul D. White Scholarship is awarded annually to law students of Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Asian, American Indian or Alaska Native descent. The scholarship includes a paid summer clerkship and a $7,500 cash award.

Students with a Korean heritage studying in the United States regardless of citizenship status (including Korean Nationals). If extra funds are available, other students (non-Korean) may qualify for some scholarships. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.Students may apply for more than one scholarship types; however, they can only be awarded one scholarship type.

The attorneys, legal personnel, and staff at Morgan Lewis are a diverse mixture of backgrounds, ethnicity, and cultures. We are strengthened by this diversity. Morgan Lewis is therefore proud to present its Diversity Scholarship Program through the Morgan Lewis Foundation. Our intent is to promote diversity in the legal profession and to thereby strengthen the legal profession and improve its contributions to our communities. Must be enrolled in University of Virginia School of Law.

Offer fellowships to first year law students from a diversity of backgrounds. The fellowships provide students a $15,000 academic scholarship and a paid summer associate position immediately following the completion of their first year of law school.

The program is for law students who have demonstrated high academic achievement, leadership ability, excellent writing and interpersonal skills-- and, of course, a sincere interest in our practice.To be named a Milbank 1L summer fellow, you must be in good standing at an ABA accredited law school and have successfully completed the first semester of your first year of a full-time JD program, with an expected graduation date of spring 2021.

The scholarship program is open to students currently in their first or second year of law school as well as students entering law school in the fall of 2019. Recipient is a member of an ethnic or racial minority or demonstrates a defined commitment to issues of diversity within their academic career. Recipient is a U.S. citizen accepted to or currently attending an accredited law school within the United States. Academic achievement as reflected by an undergraduate cumulative minimum 3.0 GPA

The Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) Scholarship Program is a collaboration with AANAPISIs and the communities they serve to provide scholarships, expand institutional capacity and mobilize local resources to help foster economic development. The AANAPISI Scholarship is available annually to students attending APIA Scholars AANAPISI partner campuses listed below. Focus on students that: Live at or below the poverty level, or are otherwise of low socioeconomic status; Are the first in their families to attend college; Are representative of the APIA community's diversity, geographically and ethnically, especially those ethnicities that have been underrepresented on college campuses due to limited access and opportunity; and Have placed strong emphasis on community service and leadership as well as solid academic achievement.

Awarded to continuing law students who demonstrate financial need, community service, leadership experience and any hardship experienced in pursuing an education.

The Richard D. Hailey Scholarship is open to all incoming first, second and third year African American, Hispanic, Asian American, Native American and biracial AAJ law student members.

The Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Chicago Area Law Foundation is proud to offer a scholarship to Asian Pacific American law students who have demonstrated a commitment to serving the needs of the Asian Pacific American community, and who will continue to serve the needs through pro bono, public interest, and/or public service legal work. The scholarship recipients must submit an application, resume, two letters of recommendation, academic transcript and a 500 word essay.

The law firms of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC is proud to offer three scholarships to diverse law students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and simultaneous commitment to the community. Recipients will be awarded a salaried 2L Summer Associate position in one of the law offices.

The law firm of Sidley Austin LLP is proud to offer a scholarship to a rising second year law student who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership abilities and the ability to contribute meaningfully to the diversity of the law school, the firm and the legal profession. Recipient will be required to join the Summer Associate Program following the second year of law school.

The Vietnamese American Bar Association of Northern California (VABANC) is proud to offer a scholarship to a law student who has demonstrated a commitment to serving the needs of the VietnameseAmerican community. The scholarship recipient must submit an application, resume, and a personal statement.

The South Asian Bar Association of Southern California is proud to offer a scholarship to continuing law students who have demonstrated excellent academic achievement and a commitment to serving the needs of the South Asian community. The scholarship recipient must submit an application, personal statement, resume, and academic transcript.

La Raza Lawyers Association, Central Valley Chapter offers scholarships to deserving law students who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership ability, involvement in the Latino community with financial need.

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The Robert E. Wone Fellowship

The Asian Pacific American Bar Association Educational Fund (AEF) is proud to offer a fellowship to law students who demonstrate the importance of the Asian Pacific American legal community and, more generally, the publication of law review articles on topics of relevance to racial and ethnic minorities and the law. The recipient must submit an application, personal statement, resume, letter of recommendation, and academic transcript.

The Serbian Bar Association of America Scholarship

The Serbian Bar Association of America Scholarship is open to current law students who are SBAA members. The scholarship recipients must submit an application, resume, official law school transcript and an essay answering two topics. (1) Tell us about your ties to the Serbian-American community, and explain how you will advance the mission of the SBAA as a law student and in your future legal career (500 words or less); (2) Explain why you chose to attend law school, and what motivates you to pursue a career in law (500 words or less).

Mark T. Banner Scholarship

The Richard Linn American Inn of Court is proud to offer a scholarship to law students who demonstrate commitment to the pursuit of a career in Intellectual Property Law. The scholarship recipients must submit application, resume, an essay and their academic transcript.

California Indian Law Association (CILA)-3L Diversity Scholarship

DRI Law Student Diversity Scholarship

he DRI Law Student Diversity Scholarship program is open to continuing law students who have demonstrated excellent academic achievement and a commitment to diversity, inclusion and community. The scholarship recipient must submit an application, letters of recommendation, cover letter and a 1000 word essay.

Lloyd M. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship ("LMJ Scholarship") program

The LMJ Scholarship program seeks to nurture the academic and professional careers of outstanding law students and advancing the diversity pipeline to the legal profession. The LMJ Scholarship Program provides financial support to incoming first-year law students pursuing a juris doctorate degree. The scholarship is open to diverse students who have: been accepted to an ABA-accredited law school on a full-time basis; an outstanding or promising academic record; an interest in corporate law; demonstrated community service and leadership qualities; a financial need; and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Law School Scholarship Program

MALDEF has always sought to support law students who seek to further MALDEF mission of advancing the civil rights of the Latino community in the United States through the legal profession. In recent years, MALDEF has annually awarded 5-15 law school scholarships of $5,000 each to deserving law students from throughout the nation.

Earl Warren Scholarship

In honor of his memory, the Earl Warren Scholarship is awarded annually to rising law students whose commitment to racial justice reveals outstanding potential for training as civil rights and public interest attorneys. Eligible law students include those entering their first or second year of full-time legal study at an accredited law school.

Diversity in Law Scholarship

On behalf of the national law firm Zelle LLP, we are pleased to announce a call for applications for our 2019 Diversity in Law Scholarship. This scholarship was created for law students who either (1) are a member of a population or group whose background and perspectives are historically underrepresented in the private practice of law; or (2) demonstrate a longstanding commitment to diversity that will be furthered by award of the scholarship.

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National Italian American Bar Association National Filipino American Lawyers Association

The Robert T. Matsui Writing Competition Walker Advertising Latino Scholarship Bayanihan Law Student Scholarship The Islamic Scholarship Fund Goodwin 2L Diversity Scholarship

Scholarship The Fredrikson & Byron Minority Scholarship Program

John M. Langston Scholarship NIABA & Sons of Italy Foundation Scholarship National Filipino American Lawyers Association Presidential

Scholarships

The Asian Pacific American Bar Association Educational Fund (AEF) is proud to offer a scholarship to honor Congressman Robert T. Matsui. Through this writing competition, the recipient must address a legal topic of importance to the Asian Pacific American community. Must be original work and not previously published.

Walker Advertising is proud to offer three scholarships to current law students who intent to service the Latino community. The scholarship recipients must submit an application, resume, official academic transcript, personal statement, and letter of recommendation.

The Filipino-American Lawyers of Orange County Association is proud to offer a scholarship to law students who have demonstrated excellent academic achievement and a commitment to serving the needs of the Filipino-American community. The scholarship recipient must submit an application, personal statement, resume, letter of recommendation and academic transcript.

The Islamic Scholarship Fund is open to Muslim student or active member of the Muslim community who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship recipient must submit an application, letters of recommendation, resume and their academic transcript.

This fellowship is open to second year law student who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and must contribute to diverse background, community service, and commitment to practice law in a corporate law firm setting. The scholarship recipient must submit an application, a personal statement, resume and their academic transcript.

While most IABA Scholarships are awarded based on merit, financial need is a consideration in making award decisions. Must be of IranianAmerican heritage. May not be already a recipient of full funding for education from another organization (e.g., students receiving a full scholarship from an academic institution, members of the Armed Services attending US Military Academies, students receiving full reimbursement from an employer)

The Fredrikson & Byron Foundation Minority Scholarship Program sponsors educational opportunities for currently enrolled, first-year law students of diverse backgrounds.

The John M. Langston Bar Association of Los Angeles is proud to offer a scholarship to continuing law students who have demonstrated excellent academic achievement and a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community. The scholarship recipient must submit an online application, personal statement, official law school transcript, resume, and letters of recommendation.

the National Italian Bar Association (NIABA) & Sons of Italy Foundation are proud to offer a scholarship to a law student of Italian descent. The scholarship recipient must submit an application, current resume, official academic transcript and a 500-750 word essay.

Each year, NFALA, independently and/or in partnership with affiliates and members, awards scholarships to law students who demonstrate exceptional aptitude for the study of law, coupled with a strong commitment to serve or contribute to the Filipino-American community as future leaders in the legal profession. Do not need to be FilipinoAmerican.

Women

Fresno County Women Lawyers

Justice Pauline Davis Hanson Scholarship

Current female law student who has an affiliation with one of the following counties - Fresno, Kings, Madera or Tulare.

San Mateo County

The San Mateo County Women Lawyers Section Scholarship

The San Mateo County Women Lawyers Section Educational Foundation is proud to offer a scholarship to law students who are a residential or demonstrate a connection to San Mateo County. The scholarship recipient must submit a law school transcript, demonstrate financial need and their ties to San Mateo County.

Women in Defense

HORIZONS Scholarship

Applicant must be a female currently enrolled at an accredited university or college, either full-time or part- time. Must have an interest in pursuing a career related to national security or defense. Must have a minimum grade point average of 3.25. Also, Financial need is also required.

Sonoma County Women in Law

Sonoma County Women in Law ("SCWiL") Scholarship

Each year, SCWiL awards a scholarship to a deserving law student from a Northern California law school who demonstrates an interest in promoting women's access to, and involvement in, the legal system. The qualifications include: (1) ties to Sonoma County; (2) completion of a minimum of one year of law school; (3) a record of academic achievement; and (4) demonstrated commitment to increasing women's access to legal services, and/or involvement in, the practice of law.

Price Benowitz LLP

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post-secondary education. Qualifying degrees include: associate's degrees,

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GED or high school diploma. Candidates must exhibit strong leadership

skills, as demonstrated by past and present educational, professional, and

volunteer experiences.

P.E.O California State Chapter

Dorothy L. Weller Scholarship

The P.E.O. California State Chapter is proud to offer a scholarship to a female law student who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement and financial need. The scholarship recipient must submit an application, personal statement and official transcript.

Pierce Law Firm

Empowering Women Scholarship

The Pearce Law Firm in Philadelphia is pleased to offer The Pearce Law Firm ? Empowering Women In Law Scholarship. This scholarship opportunity is open to women nationwide who are currently attending a law school in the United States. This scholarship is intended to encourage & support outstanding achievement & leadership by example from women in the field of law.

CCCBA

The CCCBA Women's Section Scholarship

The Contra Costa County Bar Association Women's Section is proud to offer the Honorable Patricia Herron and the Honorable Ellen James Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to a resident of Contra Costa County who demonstrated leadership potential, academic success, and a commitment to women's issues.

The Women Lawyers Association of San Luis Obispo

The Women Lawyers Association of San Luis Obispo Scholarship

Awarded by the San Luis Obispo County Women Lawyers Association, this scholarship is open to current law students or students accepted for enrollment in law school with a demonstrated connection to San Luis Obispo County.

American Association for Justice

Mike Eidson Scholarship

The Mike Eidson Scholarship is awarded to a rising third-year female law student who has demonstrated a commitment to a career as a plaintiffs' lawyer or criminal defense lawyer.

Orange County Women Lawyers Foundation

The OCWLA Bar Stipend Award includes a demonstration of financial The Orange County Women Lawyers Foundation Bar Stipend Awarndeed; community service, advancement of women or women's issues; and

involvement with the Orange County community.

Orange County Women Lawyers Foundation

Recipient must be a member of an ethnic or racial minority who

The Orange County Women Lawyers Foundation Diversity Bar demonstrates financial need; community service, advancement of diversity

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community.

AAUW

Selected Professions Fellowship

Awarded to women of color who are underrepresented and who intend to pursue a full-time course of study during the fellowship year. Applicants must be U.S citizens or permanent residents.

American Association of Japanese

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Selected Professions Fellowship

Selected Professions Fellowships are awarded to women who intend to pursue a full-time course of study at accredited U.S. institutions during the fellowship year in one of the designated degree programs where women's participation traditionally has been low (see list below). Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Leadership Institute for Women of Color Attorneys in Law and Business

Scholarship

Women of color law students who (1) have completed at least one year of law school; (2) are attending an accredited law school in the U.S. at the time of their application; (3) are "in good standing" in their law schools; (4) are citizens of the United States of America; (5) minimum GPA of 2.5 (equivalent) or better; (6) have completed the scholarship application and submitted an official transcript; and (7) have demonstrated a commitment to the Profession and are active in their community and law school.

Other

Senior Advice

Senior Caregiver Scholarship

We are offering a $2,000 scholarship to an eligible student who has been a caregiver for a senior friend or relative. One student, who will be attending college or university in the Spring of 2019, will receive $2,000 for tuition and/or books.

Christensen & Hymas

Christensen & Hymas Married Student Law Scholarship

You must be legally married. Essay must be completed to apply, They choose to offer a generous scholarship to a deserving individual who has surmounted obstacles in order to maintain strong family values and a dedicated work ethic in their pursuit of an education in the legal field.

Military

Pat Tillman Scholarship

Pat Tillman Scholarship

Must be active-duty, Veteran, or Spouse of a Veteran. The Tillman Scholar Program unites and empowers remarkable military veterans and spouses as the next generation of public and private sector leaders committed to service beyond self. The fellowship supports Tillman Scholars with academic scholarships, a national network, and professional development opportunities so they are empowered to make an impact in the fields of medicine, law, business, policy, technology, education and the arts.

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Law School Scholarship for Veterans Military Veteran Law Student Scholarship

TonaLaw Scholarship Veterans Pursuing a Career in Law

Disabled Students Scholarship Miranda Braxton Memorial Scholarship

Joey Stowell Scholarship Scholarship

Disability Scholarship Program

Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD awards an annual $1,500 scholarship to a deserving veteran enrolled in or accepted to a U.S. law school. Veterans of all branches of the U.S. military are eligible to apply (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard). This scholarship is open to veterans enrolled in an accredited U.S. law school or who are accepted to an accredited U.S. law school. Applicants must be pursuing a juris doctorate (JD) degree.

The award will be paid directly to the student, and can be used for any expenses related to legal education, including but not limited to tuition, room, board, books, bar review courses, or commuting expenses.

This scholarship is only open to students attending school in the United States, applicant must be a veteran of any branch of the Armed Forces of the United States, and applicant must be a student at an accredited school, or be accepted to begin school at an accredited school within 6 months of application. Offered twice a year.

This scholarship program offers a $1,000 scholarship to veterans from any branch of the military who are looking to pursue a career in law. This scholarship may be applied to any institution of your choice to help defray the cost of tuition and/or books. Minimum GPA is a 2.8.

This scholarship program offers a $1,000 scholarship to disabled students at any stage of their academic career. This scholarship may be applied to any institution of your choice to help defray the cost of tuition and.or books

must be a student living with nutcracker syndrome. Essay on the following prompt is required : Please write a 3 page double spaced story about the triumphs and struggles of living with a disease/disorder. Include answers to the following questions: What advice would you tell someone who is struggling with the same disease/disorder? What are some techniques that help you to move forward and lead a healthy life mentally and physically?

must be a college student living with a physical ailment, physical disease, and/or physical disability. Must be enrolled as full/part time student, and must not be on academic probation. Essay on the following prompt required: Please write a 3 page double spaced story about the triumphs and struggles of living with a disease/disorder. Include answers to the following questions: What advice would you tell someone who is struggling with the same disease/disorder? What are some techniques that help you to move forward and lead a healthy life mentally and physically?

The firm annually award a $1,000 scholarship to a U.S. law student who has done a good job moving his or her life forward despite the challenges presented by a personal physical or mental disability. Essay is required.

The Disability Scholarship was established in 2014 as part of the law firm's commitment to helping students with disabilities or injuries who are in need of financial assistance for educational purposes. The scholarship is available to students of any age, with any type of disability, including but not limited to physical disabilities, medical conditions, mental or psychiatric conditions, speech and language, learning disabilities, behavioral conditions, and all other conditions. Must write essay.

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