The information below is a select, abbreviated list of available scholarships. Please contact LawFinAid@syr.edu for further information on these and other opportunities.
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Sponsor: Modrall Sperling Scholarship: Max J. Madrid Law Diversity Scholarship Detailed Description: To advance the goals of diversity and inclusion within the legal profession, Modrall Sperling has established the Max J. Madrid Law Diversity Scholarship. The scholarship provides tuition assistance towards an awardee's second or third year or law school in the amount of $10,000. The scholarship's name honors our former litigation partner and dear friend who tragically passed away in 2012. Max was a passionate advocate for the goals of diversity and inclusion that we espouse. Requirements: Application must be submitted by e-mail to Regina Torrez, reinat@modrall.com. For an application to be considered complete and reviewed, it must include all of the following:
Basic Eligibility:
Selection Criteria:
Deadline: January 26, 2024 Selected candidates who are finalists for the scholarship may be contacted to schedule interviews. Direct any question about the Max J. Madrid Law Diversity Scholarship to reginat@modrall.com. Amount: $10,000 |
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Sponsor: Spencer & Associates
Scholarship: Community Leaders Scholarship
Detailed Description: To help students who are seeking a career in public service and who have an interest in helping others in their communities, we have created the Spencer & Associates Community Leaders Scholarship. Through this program, we provide financial assistance to college students who have demonstrated an interest in serving their communities and who are pursuing careers in criminal justice, law enforcement, or other legal fields.
Requirements: our application must include documentation providing proof of enrollment in a program in a qualifying field of study, as well as evidence of family income. You must also include an essay of between 200 and 300 words answering the following prompt:
- "How will this scholarship help you achieve your professional goals and allow you to give back to your local community?"
Eligibility:
- Low to medium income - An applicant must be from a household with an annual family income of $100,000 or less.
- Community service - An applicant must have a demonstrated interest in service to their community, with a history of volunteer work or other forms of community involvement.
- Field of study - A student must be enrolled in or planning to enter a program in the fields of criminal justice or law enforcement, or they must be enrolled in or planning to attend law school.
- Age - A person must be at least 17 years old on the date they submit their application.
- Legal status in the United States - An applicant must be a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
Selection Criteria:
- Does the applicant meet all eligibility requirements?
- Is the applicant's essay well-written and well-organized?
- Does the applicant demonstrate a desire to improve their community?
Deadline: February 6, 2024
Amount: $1,000
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Sponsor: Fawell & Fawell Scholarship: Out-of-State Student Scholarship Detailed Description: In today's world, college students do not have it easy. In addition to the skyrocketing costs of college tuition, the amounts students will need to pay for expenses such as housing and transportation have also increased significantly. Many students struggle to cover these costs and ensure that they can receive the proper education and pursue their career goals. Students who attend college in states or regions of the country that are far away from their families will often face additional challenges and increased expenses, and they may be concerned that they will be unprepared to address these concerns. At Fawell & Fawell, we understand the issues that affect students who travel to other states to attend college, and we have created a scholarship program to provide assistance for these students. Through the Fawell & Fawell Out-of-State Student Scholarship, we award $1,000 each semester to a qualified student who will be pursuing educational opportunities in a location outside of the state where they attended high school or where their parents currently live. Scholarship winners can use this money to pay for tuition, housing, other educational costs, or transportation-related expenses. Requirements: Students can apply for the scholarship by submitting the form. An applicant must provide identifying information showing that they are an out-of-state student, as well as proof of enrollment and documentation of their GPA. Documents that can be submitted to show that the requirements have been met include an acceptance letter and an academic transcript. Applicants must also submit an essay of at least 200 to 300 words that answers the following prompt:
Eligibility:
Selection Criteria: We closely review every application submitted to ensure that applicants have met all requirements. We look at:
Deadline: February 19, 2024 Amount: $1,000 |
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Sponsor: Blossom Law Scholarship: The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship Detailed Description: Blossom Law provides valuable and compassionate legal services to families who are often juggling bills and struggling with debt. Charlotte bankruptcy attorney Rashad Blossom personally understands the integral role that a family can play in times of hardship, and he appreciates the strong foundation that family members can provide, especially when they provide care for their loved ones. In honor of his mother, Bobbie Blossom, who was a caregiver for his father, Rashad established The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship in 2022 to offer financial relief to students who have a parent who has been the primary caregiver for a loved one or who have served as caregivers themselves. Twice a year, Blossom Law offers college students the opportunity to receive $1,000 through the Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship. The award may be used to supplement the costs of tuition, room and board, and other educational expenses. Requirements: The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship requires each applicant to submit an original essay (approximately 500-1000 words) answering the provided prompt. Along with the essay, we also request that you submit contact information, proof of enrollment, and documentation of your most recently achieved GPA. Please write an essay on the following prompt:
Eligibility:
Selection Criteria: Each application with be reviewed by our scholarship team. Submissions will be evaluated using these standards:
Deadline: February 19, 2024 Amount: $1,000 The Blossom Law Scholarship Team is happy to answer any questions you may have regarding our program or application process. Please direct all concerns and comments to scholarships@blossomlaw.com. Our team will get back to you in a timely manner. |
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Sponsor: Marsala Law Group Scholarship: The Marsala Law Group Lifelong Hobby Scholarship Detailed Description: Each semester, our criminal defense firm offers college students the opportunity to be awarded $1,000 through the Marsala Law Group Lifelong Hobby Scholarship. Attorney Dominick Marsala understands how difficult it can be to pursue personal interests outside of school and work, and he believes it is incredibly valuable to maintain such hobbies throughout your life, despite challenging transitions and busy schedules. Through the Marsala Law Group Lifelong Hobby Scholarship, our firm works to provide students with financial assistance to help them pursue their goals and passions Requirements: To be considered for the Marsala Law Group Lifelong Hobby Scholarship, students must submit a video of 3 minutes or less answering the following prompt:
Additionally, applications must include the student's contact information, proof of enrollment, and proof of GPA. Eligibility:
Selection Criteria: For the Marsala Law Group Lifelong Hobby Scholarship, we will judge each application and select one recipient every semester based on these criteria:
Deadline: February 26, 2024 If you have any questions about our scholarship or how to apply, please contact our team via email at scholarship@marsalalawgroup.com. Amount: $1,000 |
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Sponsor: Groth & Associates Scholarship: 2023 Back and Better Scholarship Detailed Description: At Groth & Associates, Attorneys at Law, we believe people deserve a second chance. Life naturally has many ups and downs. We make mistakes but learn from them and alter our lives for the better. We all make mistakes, and as a criminal defense firm, we believe we all deserve the opportunity to learn from our actions and change for the better. As Maya Angelou once said, “I did then what I knew how to do. Now that I know better, I do better.” Requirements: To support those who are determined to learn from their mistakes, we are excited to announce the 2023 Back and Better Scholarship. Through the Back and Better Scholarship, students are encouraged to answer the following prompt for the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship: In 750-1,000 words, tell us about a time you received a second chance – how did you respond to this opportunity, and what valuable lesson did you learn?
Eligibility:
Deadline: February 28, 2024 To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates must email their full application (including the essay, resumé, and transcript) to scholarship@www.grothlaw.com by February 28, 2024. Any applications sent after this date will not be considered. Scholarship applications should be sent with the subject line “Groth & Associates – 2023 Back and Better Scholarship Application.” Amount: $1,000 |
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Sponsor: The Devadoss Law Firm, P.L.L.C. Scholarship: The Devadoss Law Firm Civil Rights Scholarship Detailed Description: Attorney Bobby Devadoss and the team at The Devadoss Law Firm, P.L.L.C. offer legal representation to clients facing complex and unique federal labor and employment law cases. The Devadoss Law Firm believes in standing up for what is right, and we will fight vigorously to defend our clients’ constitutional and civil rights. This upcoming semester, the Dallas law firm is offering The Devadoss Law Firm Civil Rights Scholarship. Our award is worth $1000 and is available to current and aspiring law school students who appreciate the importance of civil rights in the workforce. We are proud to provide future lawyers the opportunity to make their education more affordable and to inspire them to explore civil rights issues within the millennial workforce. Requirements: Each applicant must submit the required materials in order to have their application reviewed by our scholarship team. All students are asked to provide proof of enrollment and their contact information. Additionally, applications must include a submission in the format of a video (approximately 5 minutes or less) or an essay (1000 words or less) discussing the following questions: Q1: "What are the most important civil rights issues that affect millennial workers?" Q2: "Do millennials need to be better informed about how they can protect their rights in the workplace?" Q3: "How can workers make sure they understand their rights and the ways they can protect themselves?" Eligibility:
Selection Criteria: Our scholarship team spends substantial amounts of time and effort reviewing each application. While reviewing each application, we keep the following criteria in mind:
Deadline: March 5, 2024 We will announce The Devadoss Law Firm Civil Rights Scholarship Winner by April 5, 2024. Amount: $1,000 |
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Sponsor: Salvi & Maher, LLP. Scholarship: Law School Opportunity Scholarship Detailed Description: At Salvi & Maher, LLP, our Chicagoland attorneys are driven by results and justice. We are passionate about leaving a positive impact on the legal profession and the lives of our clients. Our firm hopes to make meaningful contributions to the legal profession by helping students pursue a career in law. Through the Salvi & Maher, LLP Scholarship, our legal practice presents current and prospective students with the chance to win $1,000 to supplement their educational expenses. While we appreciate the difference young leaders can make across the legal profession, we also greatly understand the costs of education. By providing this scholarship opportunity, we aim to assist law students in reaching their full potential. Requirements: To be considered for our Law School Opportunity Scholarship, applicants must submit the following:
Eligibility: Our scholarship award is available to students who will be attending college or university in the United States for the Spring 2024 semester. The applying student must also meet these qualifications:
Selection Criteria: Please allow our scholarship team approximately one month to review all applications and select our winner. We hope to notify the award recipient before April 8, 2024. When reviewing applications, we consider several factors, including:
Deadline: March 7, 2024 Amount: $1,000 |
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Sponsor: Daniel R. Bacalis, P.C. Scholarship: Striving Solo Parent Scholarship Detailed Description: Attorney Bacalis often provides legal services to single parents, and he has come to appreciate the hard work and sacrifice that goes into raising children on your own. Since Fall 2022, Daniel R. Bacalis, P.C. has offered a scholarship of $1,000 each semester to a single parent who is returning to school to pursue a college degree. We hope that the Striving Solo Parent Scholarship allows single parents easier access to higher education. Requirements: Every application must include the following information: applicant’s contact information, unofficial academic transcript, proof of enrollment, and consent to publish the submitted essay. To apply to our Striving Solo Parent Scholarship, please submit an essay of no more than 1,500 words responding to ONE of the following prompts:
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Eligibility: The Daniel R. Bacalis Striving Solo Parent Scholarship was created with the intent to offer financial relief to single parents pursuing a higher education. To be eligible for our award, you must be a single parent, and you must also meet the following criteria:
Selection Criteria: Each application will be evaluated using the following criteria:
Deadline: March 14, 2024 To apply for our scholarship, please follow the instructions and submit all materials by March 14, 2024. Please send all inquiries to scholarship@dbacalis.com. Amount: $1,000 |
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Sponsor: Addair Law Scholarship: 2024 Public Spirit Scholarship Detailed Description: At Addair Law, we are passionate about getting involved and supporting community members. We have a strong commitment to serving others and have seen how performing civic duties improves the lives of individuals and the greater community. People are generally inspired to give back to their community for many different reasons and would like to hear from students about what motivates them to give back or be active citizens. That is why we are proud to bring back our Public Spirit Scholarship. We want to hear from students interested in public welfare and improving their community for this scholarship. We ask applicants to discuss their involvement in their community, any organizations they are involved in, and the academic value they have learned and/or gained from giving back to others. Some examples of civic involvement include but are not limited to voting, volunteering at a local or nonprofit organization, coaching for a community sports league, tutoring, or fundraising for a charity. Requirements: The candidate must submit a 750 – 1000 word essay response to the prompt: Students should discuss their involvement in their community, any organizations they are involved in, and what they have learned and gained from giving back to others.
Eligibility:
Deadline: March 31, 2024 To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates must email their full application (including the essay, resumé, and transcript) to info.addairthurston@gmail.com by March 31st, 2024. Any applications sent after this date will not be considered. Scholarship applications should be sent with the subject line “Addair Law- 2024 Public Spirit Scholarship Application.” Amount: $1,000 |