HKM Milwaukee Future Legal Leaders Scholarship

HKM Employment Attorneys LLP is giving out a $1,000 scholarship to lift future legal professionals who study near their Milwaukee office.

Who Can Apply:

  • Enrolled in a pre-law, paralegal, or J.D. program.
  • In good standing (3.0 GPA or higher).
  • Campus within 60 miles of Milwaukee.
  • At least 18 years old when you submit.
  • Not an employee or immediate family of HKM Employment Attorneys LLP.

How to Apply:

  1. Complete the online form here.
  2. Required documents
    • Unofficial transcript (PDF)
    • One-page résumé
    • 250-word essay: “How I will use my legal education to serve my community.
  3. Submit by October 15, 2026. You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours.

Selection Process:

  • Essays are scored for clarity, originality, and community impact.
  • GPA and résumé show commitment and fit.
  • The winner will be notified by December 10, 2026.

Award Delivery:

  • Funds delivered directly to the student for education-related expenses in 2027.

Privacy:

  • Your information is used only for this scholarship.
  • All files are deleted 12 months after selection.

For more information, see their webpage (scroll down). If you have any questions please contact scholarships@hkm.com (subject: “Scholarship – Milwaukee”).

Contact: scholarships@hkm.com