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How Do I Apply for Law Firm Scholarships?

Law firm scholarships help to offset the cost of college or law school. They are available from large and small law firms and in many niche fields. Business law, criminal law, immigration and tax law are a few examples.

These vary as some law firms want to help certain kinds of students. For example, Veterans, women and minorities may qualify for the scholarships.

But often they invite any undergraduate or law student (1L, 2L, or 3L) to apply. Law students must attend an accredited USA college, university, or law school. Apart from these criteria, a scholarship may come with a few qualifiers. They will also look at your GPA and record of community service.

Along with this information, an application may ask for reference letters. These attest to your character and may come from employers, professors or mentors.

To narrow the field of applicants, a law firm may also ask you to write an essay or cover letter for the scholarship. You could explain your future goals or point of view on a legal matter. You might also need to describe why a specific type of law interests you.  So, if you have any related studies, internships or experiences, these may help you stand out.

How Do Scholarships from Law Firms Help Pay for College?

A law firm scholarship may be useful if your goal is to pursue a three year law degree. Scholarships may help cover your tuition, fees, room and board and other expenses. According to Data USA, a law degree at a public college costs about $8,698 per year. Tuition is much higher ($42,627) at private colleges. Once you graduate, there are many possible career paths and areas of practice.

Apart from a sharp mind, lawyers tend to need a Juris Doctor (JD degree). The average salary is $120,910 per year. So, this may be an option to prepare for.

An example of a law firm scholarship is Rise to Shine Scholarship. Allen, Flatt, Balladis & Leslie Inc. awards one winner $1,000 to cover educational expenses. To qualify, applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or higher, be a US citizen or permanent resident, and currently be a high school senior or undergrad.

List of Law Firm Scholarships

Check out our list of 1,220 law firm scholarships worth $1M.

Schwartz Injury Law Perseverance Scholarship

Schwartz Injury Law is a personal injury firm located in Orland Park, Illinois serving individuals and families who have been injured in serious and negligent accidents. Students must submit their contact information, proof of enrollment, and a professional headshot. Additionally, an application must include an original essay of 500-1000 words addressing the provided essay prompt.

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 13, 2023

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The Behan Law Group Military Veteran Scholarship

The Behan Law Group, P.L.L.C. provides strong DUI and criminal defense representation. Our firm brings together knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced attorneys and other legal professionals to successfully serve our clients. Student must submit an essay of 500 to 1000 words on the following prompt: How has your experience as a Veteran or the child of a Veteran influenced your academic and career goals? How do you plan to use your education to make a positive impact in your community?” With the essay, student will also need to submit their most recent academic transcript, proof of military service for themselves or parent, a professional headshot, and contact information (name, address, phone number, email address).

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 13, 2023

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Birth Injury Survivor Scholarship

At Distasio Law Firm, we fight for the rights of people who suffer from a birth injury. We have been doing this for over a decade, and we will continue to do so because we know how challenging life with a birth injury can be. If your birth injury was a result of medical malpractice or some form of negligence from another individual, it would also be very easy to live a bitter and resentful life, rather than a hopeful one that sees the possibilities, not the limitations, that lie before you. If you are reading about this scholarship, you did not take the easy way out. You dug deep and found a spark of motivation that propels you forward. And now you are college-bound. We want to hear your story, and we think other young people who struggle with birth injuries will want to hear it, too. YOUR STORY COULD BE YOUR TICKET TO WINNING THIS SCHOLARSHIP Nobody’s story is quite like yours. And nobody can tell it like you can tell it. Imagine where you were five or 10 years ago. Imagine the challenges you were facing. What pulled you through? What life lessons could another birth injury survivor have shared with you at that age to inspire you? This is what we want to know about you. The applicant whose application and essay most touches us as a story of courage, drive, and hope will win a $2,500 scholarship from Distasio Law Firm.

Total: $2500

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 15, 2023

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Community Leadership Scholarship

The Underwood Law Office Community Leadership Scholarship was created to bring light to the individuals who possess these characteristics and to help support them in their higher education so they may emerge as leaders who can shape the communities of tomorrow.

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 15, 2023

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The Vasquez Law Firm DACA Dreamer Scholarship

For over 35 years, Attorney William Vasquez has been providing legal support to immigrants. The Vasquez Law Firm has successfully represented clients in a wide range of cases, including those involving family-based immigration, asylum, and citizenship. The North Carolina legal team also has vast experience helping young undocumented immigrants receive relief through Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival–or DACA. Through DACA, undocumented students may be able to pursue a higher education in the United States. We understand how difficult it can be for many of these students to receive financial assistance when attending college. Through our Vasquez Law Firm DACA Dreamer Scholarship, we hope to make the dream of pursuing a college education more attainable for these students. The Vasquez Law Firm DACA Dreamer Scholarship awards $1,000 to two exceptional students each semester to use toward their educational expenses. We are honored to help these students continue to fight for their American Dream.

Total: $2000

Awards: 2

Deadline: June 20, 2023

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Justice in Family Law Scholarship

At The Law Office of George J. Skuros, we have over 30 years of legal experience, and we have dedicated our practice to serving the needs of families in Chicago, Cook County, and the surrounding areas. Using the form on our scholarship page, submit your essay, your current academic transcript, a professional headshot of yourself, and contact information.

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 20, 2023

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Lucas Law Legal Leaders Scholarship

Lucas Law established the Legal Leaders Scholarship with the purpose of lightening the burden of costly tuition, books, and room and board for students pursuing careers in various fields of law. Our firm is honored to assist college students with their educational expenses. The Lucas Law Legal Leaders Scholarship gives $1,000 each semester to one student who aspires to excel within the legal community.

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 22, 2023

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Community First Scholarship

From the time our founding partner William R. Edwards began taking on personal injury cases in 1962, clients’ rights have been the main focus for The Edwards Law Firm. Getting to the truth and securing the best results for clients are the principles that guide everything we do. Some 60 years later, that clear mission carries The Edwards Law Firm forward and inspires us to work hard for justice. Today, we have a slate of personal injury attorneys, paralegals, and staff managing a variety of cases, investigating accidents and injuries, and working to achieve fair settlements for clients. Applicants must include a one-page essay of approximately 500 words that responds to the given prompt. Additionally, applicants should submit proof of enrollment in a U.S. college or university. To be eligible for this award, please provide contact information and a professional headshot.

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 27, 2023

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Hutchison & Foreman Committing to Justice Scholarship

With offices in Lubbock and Fort Worth, Hutchison & Foreman, PLLC is a law firm comprised of attorneys who are consistently receiving honors and accolades for their commitment to excellence in helping clients seek justice. Whether helping those who have suffered injuries or experienced workplace injustice, providing defense for those who have been arrested, or shaping the new generation of attorneys, Susan E. Hutchison and S. Rafe Foreman offer premier legal services.

Total: $1500

Awards: 1

Deadline: June 29, 2023

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The Dependent Scholarship

Veterans’ Disability Lawyers at Fight4Vets are thrilled to announce The Dependent Scholarship! As a firm dedicated to improving the lives of disabled veterans, we are happy to provide a scholarship to the community which encourages military members and their families to pursue their education. The truth is, many harsh realities can come with serving in the military such as, being away from loved ones, physical injuries, and emotional harm, to name a few. However, the military has also provided some much-needed structure and support for individuals and their families. Often, people’s lives improve with the skills and relationships they gain from serving. For this $1,000 scholarship, we would like to focus on the positive aspect of serving, and we ask students and veterans to analyze how their life enhanced because of the military. Students on active duty, their close family members, and veterans are invited to apply. Tell us about your experience related to the military or how growing up in a military family has positively affected your life.

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline: July 04, 2023

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