Scholarships

1. Proof of graduation or pending graduation from an ABA
   accredited law school prior to July 2022 bar exam;
2. Completed application including Resume; Statement of
   Financial need; 
3. A transcript showing at least a 2.5 G.P.A. on a grading scale
   of 4.0, or a 2.75 G.P.A. on a grading scale of 5.0; and

1. Graduate in Fall 2021 or Winter 2022
2. Sit for the bar exam immediately following graduation; and
3. Provide adequate employment verification. If not employed, students must provide documentation of a commitment to work in the public interest sector after graduation.

• US resident,
• Incoming or current law student at an ABA accredited school,
• a bachelors degree,
• a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA.

Applicants must be:

A US citizen or permanent resident,

Currently enrolled in law or graduate school,

A volunteer in the community.

Must submit:

A 1,000 word essay on the benefits of community service,

A letter of recommendation from a professor who can reference applicant's community service.

Candidate must:

Be enrolled in an accredited college, university or graduate (law) school,

Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher (unofficial transcript required to verify),

Be involved in leadership positions in school and/or the community.

Candidate must submit a 500 to 1000-word essay on one of the following:

What motivated you to seek one of your leadership positions?

What lessons has serving in a leadership role taught you?

What advice would you give to another student about serving in a community leadership position?

$1,000

Candidates must:

Be enrolled in an accredited college, university or law school,

Be a US citizen,

Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (transcript required),

Be able to demonstrate community involvement.

$1,000

Candidates must:

Be enrolled in a law school fall 2021,

Provide an academic transcript, or proof of enrollment.

Applicants must:

Be a lawful US permanent resident or citizen,

Be enrolled or accepted at a US law school,

Submit an application and essay,

Not have been a previous winner.

Enrolled in an accredited graduate or law school.

3.0 or higher cumulative GPA.

In good academic standing.

US citizen.

Currently enrolled in an accredited law school.

• 18 years of age,
• US citizen,
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (will need to provide proof),
• Enrolled or planning to enroll fall 2022 in an accredited law school,
• be affected (self or family) by leukemia or lymphoma.

Applicants must:

• Be a Michigan resident;
• Be enrolled full timei and nterested in real estate (real estate law);
• Exemplify character and good citizenship.

Applicants must meet these criteria:

Citizen of the US or permanent resident,

Enrolled fall 2022 (preferably 1L),

3.0 or higher GPA (transcripts required).

Applicants must:

Be a US citizen,

Be enrolled at an undergraduate college or university or law school for the 2021-2022 school year,

have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0

Applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.0

Submit a maximum 2,000 word essay on one of the following topics:

How do personal injury attorneys benefit society?

Why is it important for injured individuals to have legal representation?

What poses the biggest personal injury risk for individuals?

What options do injured individuals have, whether legal, physical, etc.?

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled at an accredited law school;
• Be a US citizen or permanent resident; and
• Have a minimum cum GPA of 3.0.

Applicants must:

Be enrolled in an accredited law or graduate school in 2022,

Have a 3.0 or higher GPA and in good academic standing,

Be a citizen of the US.

- Enrollment at an accredited post-secondary institution (including law schools)

- A resume

- Official transcript

- 3-5 minute video on why you deserve the scholarship (creativity counts).

Varies by scholarship.

The Damon J. Keith Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship that is awarded to law students who emulate the type of commitment to social equality and combating racism demonstrated by Judge Keith throughout his career.

The Victoria A. Roberts Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship that is awarded to law students who have ties to Detroit and have demonstrated a commitment to community service and overcoming obstacles.

The Wolverine Bar Foundation Scholarship is awarded to law students who have exhibited leadership and dedication to the community.

Law students of all ages, ethnicities, gender, and racial backgrounds are encouraged to submit applications for these prestigious scholarships.

Applicants must be: in good standing, currently enrolled in law school in the state of Michigan, or from any Michigan resident currently enrolled and in good standing in a law school out-of-state. 

Applicants must submit the online application and upload the following documents: 

• Resume
• Official Law School Transcript and Letter of Good Standing (if not indicated on transcript)
• Personal Statement
• Two (2) letters of recommendation (to be submitted separately by the individual by the recommended)

• enrollment in or acceptance by an accredited law school,
• 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA (unofficial transcript required),
• verifiable record of volunteerism and community service.

Applicants must:

be enrolled in an accredited law school in the US (student must do a summer clerkship with Banner Witcoff),

have a science or technology undergraduate degree,

membership of a historically underrepresented group in intellectual property,

demonstrated academic ability, communication and leadership skills, and community involvement

Instructions

Application

• Your past or present activities showing commitment to the public interest or the AAPI community.
• If the applicant has been adversely affected by cancer (as a survivor, or family member of a victim or survivor).

• Muslim or active member of the Muslim community
• Enrolled at an accredited university in the U.S. by Fall semester
• Maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA
• A U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident

• Enrolled as a full-time law student.
• Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident who is an immigrant to the United States.

• Be accepted or enrolled in an accredited law school.
• Be of South American Heritage
• Maintain a minimum 2.9 GPA

1. Member of a racial or ethnic minority that is underrepresented in the legal profession
2. Currently enrolled at an ABA-accredited law school
3. Demonstrated need for financial aid
4. Minimum 2.5 G.P.A. on a grading scale of 4.0
5. Current 2L or 3L student
6. Current resume, showing community service in addition to school activities
7. Personal Statement

Must be a 2L student in Fall 2021

• How has your Hispanic heritage shaped your career goals?
• What are the most important issues the Hispanic community are facing today?
• Describe how your experiences have shaped your view on immigration.

Current law school students graduating this or next year with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher

Applicants must meet all of the following:

A female US citizen or permanent resident,

Enrolled in a 3L law school program fall 2021,

In good academic standing,

Planning to become a plaintiff trial lawyer.

Sample closing argument video based on your essay,

Letter of recommendation from a law professor.

Applicants must be:

• A Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
• African Canadian, African, Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Latino or other Black group;
• First Generation college graduate;
• Interested in business law.

• For study in the US, the recipient must meet one of these criteria: Be an international student (US permanent resident, protected under DACA, have a valid visa to study in the US) enrolled as a full-time student.
• For study in Canada, the recipient must meet one of these criteria: Be a Canadian permanent resident, have a valid Canadian study permit

$3,000 (each scholarship)

The early leaders of the Macomb County Bar Foundation had a vision to one day provide law school scholarships to deserving students. The vision became a reality in 2007. Through the generosity of its Trustees and legacy partners, the Foundation has awarded over $125,000 in scholarships.

Any 2L or 3L student who is enrolled in any Michigan accredited law school.

Interest in practicing in the area of child protective proceedings and/or juvenile justice.

Must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.8.

• How has being a child advocate inspired you to pursue a career in law?
• How has your personal childhood experiences affected your outlook on the legal system?
• How did you become a child advocate?

• Representing underserved communities in the criminal justice system
• Equal protection under the law in modern-day practice
• State vs Federal Law: Is marijuana illegal

• Write an essay (not to exceed two typed, single-spaced pages) describing your interest and/or personal experience in disability advocacy
• Submit a creative project focused on the same topic. Examples can include, but are not limited to:
  • Photo projects
  • Video or other multimedia presentations
  • Creative writing
  • Performance Pieces

Paper topics are limited to FDA and regulated agencies’ law and regulation.

Papers should provide an in-depth analysis of a current legal issue concerning food, drugs, animal drugs, biologics, cosmetics, diagnostics, dietary supplements, medical devices, veterinary devices, cannabis, or tobacco. FDLI welcomes the submission of papers prepared for course work, but entrants must pay attention to competition details and edit such papers accordingly.

Students will submit an abstract.

Papers may not exceed 100 pages (double spaced, one-inch margins).

Papers must be unpublished.

In 2,500 words, analyze and advocate a position. See link for more submission requirements.

Applicants must have a demonstrated interest in, and wish to make a career out of, working in the labor movement and on behalf of workers’ rights.

Each essay is at a maximum of 1000 words each.

A) What does the future of medical malpractice law look like in the U.S?

B) Why are you interested in pursuing a career in Medical Malpractice Law?

Carole Bailey Scholarship

(click on the scholarship in the left hand column - top)

Please answer one of these essay prompt (1000 word essay):

• How did your experience in the military inspire you in your education and career aspirations?  
• How did your military experience prepare you for law school and a career practicing law?

Must be on active duty, be a veteran, or have a spouse or parent who is either.

Must be enrolled in an accredited college, university, graduate school, or law school.

Must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher.

500 to 1000 word essay on any of the following:

• How has being in the military affected your ability to pursue an education?

• What do you wish the American people better understood about military service or military families?

• What sacrifices have you and/or your family made because of military service?

• When you reflect on your/your family member’s military service, what are you most proud of and what are you most grateful for?

Must be a 3L student.

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.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Applicants must be female, U.S. citizens with primary residence in Oakland, Macomb, Genesee, Livingston, Washtenaw, or Wayne counties.

Applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 and intend to be enrolled for the Fall 2021 term.

As the scholarship can only cover tuition, fees, and books the applicant must demonstrate financial need.

Female US citizen or permanent resident,

3L Fall 2021,

Intend to be a plaintiff trial lawyer,

In good academic standing.

1500 to 2000 words and video, well researched, exploring what effect the profession of settlement planning has on our civil justice system and its stakeholders,

Closing argument video based on essay,

Letter of recommendation from a law professor.

Must be:

• a woman enrolled in an accredited law degree program full or part-time;
• be a permanent or current resident, or currently work in, or attend law school in Oakland, Lapeer, or Genesee County;
• be available to attend the virtual Women's Bar Association annual meeting on May 27, 2021, at 6 PM.

In 2021-22 school year $42,000 will be awarded statewide to 12 outstanding women law students attending Michigan’s five accredited law schools.

For more details please review the WLAMF Scholarship Announcement. 

Each applicant for any award must submit:

1. An official law school transcript (to the extent that this is possible for 2L and 3L applicants);

2. A detailed letter of interest explaining how she meets award(s) criteria, and any relevant connections and commitments to the State of Michigan. Applicants must indicate for which scholarship they are applying;

3. A resume;

4. Letters of recommendation (no more than three).

Applications must be submitted through the Google Form below and must contain the following:

1. Resume (which should include any community involvement, law school activities, including any leadership roles and organization involvement and any honors and awards
and the dates received)

2. Letter of Recommendation

3. Personal Statement