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First 10 law scholarships:

Amount:
$10,000 per year for three years
Awards:
15-20
Deadline:
May 1
The Earl Warren Scholarship is named for the Honorable Earl Warren, the 14th Chief Justice of the United States and former Governor of California whose stewardship of the Warren Court helped end school segregation and transform America's legal landscape. 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. Must be U. S. Citizen. College graduate; enrolled in final year of college/university; or first year law student. Record of strong academic performance. Demonstrated and ongoing commitment to racial justice and civil rights. Demonstrated financial need.
Contact:
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. 40 Rector Street, 5th floor New York, NY 10006 (212) 965-2200 https://www.naacpldf.org/about-us/scholarships/earl-warren-scholarship/
Amount:
$5000
Awards:
1
Deadline:
May 1
AAJ's Minority Caucus will award a $5,000 scholarship to a minority Law Student member who is entering his/her first, second, or third year of law school. The scholarship will be awarded to the applicant who best: Exhibits an interest and proficiency in trial advocacy skills. Expresses a desire to represent those who have been injured by the negligence or misconduct of others. Promotes accountability and safety. Demonstrates a commitment to AAJ and dedication to its mission through involvement in an AAJ student chapter and Minority Caucus activities. Shows a financial need for the scholarship.
Contact:
Submit applications to: [email protected] OR AAJ Membership Department 777 6th Street NW Suite 200 Washington, DC 20001 For more information, contact the AAJ Membership Department at 800-424-2727 or [email protected]. https://www.justice.org/community/caucuses/law-students/hailey-scholarship
Amount:
$5,000
Awards:
1
Deadline:
May 1
The Mike Eidson Scholarship Fund was established by the AAJ Women for Justice Education Fund in 2008, in honor of AAJ Past President Mike Eidson, whose vision and generosity inspired it. The Scholarship, traditionally in the amount of $5,000.00, is awarded annually to a rising 3L (or rising 4L in a night program) female student who has demonstrated a commitment to a career as a plaintiff's lawyer or criminal defense lawyer, along with dedication to upholding and defending the principles of the Constitution, and to the concept of a fair trial, the adversary system, and a just result for the injured, the accused, and those whose rights are jeopardized.
Contact:
777 6th Street NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20001 800-424-2727 or 202-965-3500 ext. 8611 Email: [email protected] https://www.justice.org/community/caucuses/law-students/eidson-scholarship
Amount:
Varies
Awards:
Varies
Deadline:
May 1
Open to law students enrolled in or planning to enroll in a juris doctor degree program at an accredited law school in the United States. The recipient will be chosen based on several factors, including academic achievement, financial need, and potential for making a contribution to society and the legal profession. In addition, because the scholarship will be granted in honor of Justice Blackmun, all other considerations being equal, preference will be given to applicants with a significant tie to the Justice's home state of Minnesota.
Contact:
Harry A. Blackmun Scholarship Foundation, Inc. 118 West Mulberry Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201-3600
Amount:
$1000
Awards:
1
Deadline:
May 1
Be a 2nd or 3rd year law student enrolled in an ABA-approved law school in the United States. Have an interest in business law or entrepreneurship.
Contact:
NW Corporate Law 4605 NE Fremont St Ste 204B Portland, OR 97213 [email protected] https://www.nwcorporatelaw.com/law-scholarship/
Amount:
Varies
Awards:
Up to 5
Deadline:
May 9
Applicants must have completed at least one year of law school; are attending an accredited law school in the U.S. at the time of their application; are in good standing in their law schools; are citizens of the United States of America; have a minimum GPA of 2.8 (equivalent) or better; have completed the scholarship application and submitted an official transcript; and have demonstrated a commitment to the legal profession and are active in their community and law school.
Contact:
The Leadership Institute for Women of Color Attorneys, Inc. 4480 South Cobb Drive Suite H-315 Smyrna, GA 30080 Email: [email protected] https://www.leadingwomenofcolor.org/scholarships
Amount:
Up to $30,000 ($10,000 first year and up to 2 additional years)
Awards:
Varies
Deadline:
May 12
Proof of acceptance into an ABA-accredited U.S. law school for a full-time Juris Doctorate Program (Fall 2022). (NOTE: LLM students, part-time students, and students pursuing dual degree programs are ineligible). An undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher 2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Form (NOTE: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students with an issued social security number must submit a completed FAFSA form. DACA students who were not issued a social security number must provide proof of DACA status in lieu of the FAFSA form.) An interest in corporate law, including an interest in working in a corporate law department and/or law firm. An interest in diversity, equity and inclusion. Demonstrated community service and leadership qualities.
Contact:
Minority Corporate Counsel Association 1111 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20004 tel: 202-739-5901 fax: 202-739-5999 Website: www.mcca.com
Amount:
$1000-$10,000
Awards:
Varies
Deadline:
May 15
Open to academically promising second-year law students with a proven commitment to social justice and an intention of practicing law in a historically under-served community.
Contact:
National Bar Association 1225 11th Street NW Washington D. C. 20001 Phone: 202-842-3900 Fax: 202-289-6170 Website: www.nationalbar.org
Amount:
Minimum $1000
Awards:
Deadline:
May 15
The applicant must be admitted for the upcoming academic year to an accredited law school. The applicant must be a veteran with an Honorable Discharge or a current member of the United States Military. The scholarship is based on merit and financial need.
Contact:
Hampden County Bar Association P.O. Box 559 � 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01102-0559 P: (413) 732-4660 F: (413) 732-6882 https://www.hcbar.org/Page.aspx?id=56
Amount:
Varies
Awards:
Varies
Deadline:
May 27
To be considered for the Darmer Equality Scholarship, an applicant must meet all of the following criteria: %u2022 Be a current or incoming law student. %u2022 Demonstrate commitment to advancing equality for the LGBT community in Orange County. %u2022 Be available, if requested, to participate in an interview with the scholarship committee. %u2022 Be available, if selected, to attend the OCLBA Anniversary Party on July 13, 2022 from 5:30 %u2013 7:30 p.m. in Orange County.