Janis Doleschal Risk Management in Sports Law Writing Competition and Award

The Janis Doleschal Risk Management in Sports Law Writing Competition and Award recognizes the Marquette University Law School student who writes the best essay focused on an important risk management related issue in the sport industry. 

In order to be eligible to participate in the competition you must be a member of the Sports Law Society or Sports Law Certificate Candidate. Submissions must be original, thought provoking, and well researched essays focused on an interesting risk management issue in the sports industry. 

Risk management is a focus on avoiding legal liability and assessing situations of potential harm or damage to mitigate such harm or damage before it occurs. The essay should use a hypothetical situation created by the student, or focus on a situation that is or has already occurred within the sports industry. The essay should then use the law to discuss the ramifications of the situation, what should have been done to avert the situation, and what needs to be done in the future to avoid a similar situation. Submissions must be no less than 10 and no more than 15 double-spaced pages long. Complete details of the competition including submission instructions can be found online here. Submissions are due Friday, March 22, 2019.

Good Lawyers / Good People Scholarship -- $1,000

One of the rewarding things about being a personal injury attorney is helping people overcome difficult challenges. We truly enjoy using our abilities and knowledge to help others. We want to help make the same opportunities to help available to others who aspire to use the law to achieve justice and make the world a better and safer place. We are therefore happy to offer two $1,000.00 annual scholarships – one for the fall semester and one for the spring semester – to deserving and qualified students.

Eligibility:

• Currently enrolled or accepted as an undergraduate or law student
• Not related to any current Simeone & Miller employee

Application:

Please submit a written statement (800-1,000 words) or a video presentation (3-5 minutes) describing the value of using the law to improve people’s lives. You can describe a past experience that motivates you, someone who inspires you, or a vision of what you would like to accomplish.

For the Fall Scholarship, please submit your statement by July 1. The scholarship will be awarded by July 31.  For the Spring Scholarship, please submit your statement by November 1. The scholarship will be awarded by November 30.

For additional information, please visit:  https://www.simeonemiller.com/scholarship/

Neal Davis Law Scholarship Essay Contest -- $1,000

Neal Davis Law is thrilled to offer a new scholarship opportunity. To enter our scholarship essay competition, answer the following question in 500-750 words: "How has the #MeToo movement changed how schools deal with and talk about sexual assault on campus, and what approach in your view would best balance a victim's right to justice with an accused's right to due process/fairness?" Applicants must read, understand, sign and return to us the (PDF) Application for Neal Davis Scholarship Essay Contest along with your submission.

For more info, please visit:  Neal Davis Law Scholarship Essay Contest

• Deadline: March 31, 2019
• Award: $1,000

Gainsberg Law Annual Scholarship Award -- $2,500

It can take only one second for your life to change forever – something our clients know all too well. At Gainsberg Law, we fight for the futures of our clients, to help them regain what is lost, and to plan for their new lives ahead. We can offer this assistance because of the civil justice system, which allows people to seek redress when a wrong has been committed. To maintain that system, however, we need strong, passionate and dedicated lawyers who promise to uphold the law and protect the system.

We want to help those young lawyers pursue their dreams and protect the justice system. That is why we are proud to announce the Gainsberg Law Annual Scholarship Award. Every year, we will select a student who is, or will be, enrolled in an accredited university or college in the Fall semester of the upcoming academic year. The winner will be announced in June 2019. Upon the student’s request, the non-transferable award can be paid directly to the school.

Scholarship award: $2,500

Eligibility and requirements:

To be eligible for the award, applicants must submit the following no later than April 1, 2019:

• Proof of enrollment for the upcoming academic year
• 2 recommendations from a member of the faculty or staff at the university or school, or from a teacher from the previous year (for incoming students only)
• One essay up to 1,000 words on why you are interested in the law
• Academic Transcripts from the current academic year, 2018-2019

The scholarship will be awarded, and the student notified of his or her selection, by June 2019.

For additional information, please visit: https://www.gainsberglaw.com/scholarship/

Taylor & Ring Victim Advocate Scholarship -- $5,000

Taylor & Ring announces their second annual Victim Advocate Scholarship. This annual award will be given to a student interested in pursuing the study of law with a specific goal of helping survivors of sexual assault, rape, child abuse, or sexual harassment in the workplace. The successful candidate needs to be currently enrolled in, or will be enrolled in, an accredited college or university or law school for the upcoming academic year. The scholarship can be paid directly to the student’s college or law school at his or her request, if necessary.

Scholarship amount: $5,000

Eligibility Requirements:

• An essay of no more than 1000 words about what the civil justice systems means to you;
• Proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university or law school;
• A brief statement about your financial needs.

We may also ask the finalists for a letter of recommendation from a current or former teacher or professor or advisor.

Applications for the 2019 scholarship award are now being accepted. All applications must have been completed and submitted by April 25, 2019 in order to be eligible for consideration.

For more information, please visit: https://www.taylorring.com/scholarship/

Rizio Liberty Lipinsky Lawyer Scholarship Fund -- $10,000

Law Scholarship Requirements:

For the inaugural Rizio Liberty Lipinsky Law Scholarship, we want to learn why you’re pursuing a career in law. In an essay of 1,000 words or less, please tell us what inspired you to pursue a law degree, what you hope to accomplish upon graduation, and why it is important to you to fight for the rights of your fellow citizens.

Law Scholarship Entry Deadlines:

Applications for the scholarship will be accepted from February 1, 2019, through May 1, 2019. The winner will be notified by June 15, 2019. Submissions received before February 1, 2019, or after May 1, 2019, will not be considered.

Eligibility:

Open to future law students who have accepted admission into law school for the 2019/2020 academic year, and to current law school students who will still be in law school throughout the 2019/2020 year.

• Future students: Student must be planning to attend law school in the 2019/2020 academic year.
• Current students: Student must be enrolled in law school, and for the 2019/2020 school year.

Law School Scholarship Application Process:

In an essay of 1,000 words or less, please tell us why you’re pursuing a legal career, what you are passionate about, and how the scholarship will allow you to perform your best in law school. Will you be able to free up time and accept a valuable internship? Are there particular volunteer or pro bono services you’d like to be able to participate in, but you need financial help? Explain how this scholarship will enable you to maximize the opportunities to be a voice for victims of injustice. Please email your submission to: lawscholarship@riziolawfirm.com.

Notification of Winner:

The law student selected to receive the $10,000 scholarship from Rizio Liberty Lipinsky Law Firm will be notified by June 15, 2019.

Award Disbursement:

The winner of the 2019 Law School Scholarship will be notified of their win by June 15, 2019. The winner will be required to show proof of enrollment in law school. The financial award will be paid directly to the law school.

Judging Criteria:

The winner will be selected by a panel of judges including the firm’s partners and its senior management team.

For more information, please see the full details of the scholarship opportunity here.

Michigan Auto Law Diversity Scholarship -- $2,000

As part of our commitment to diversity, Michigan Auto Law is pleased to sponsor an annual Diversity Scholarship Program to provide financial support to students who contribute to the diversity of the law school student body as they pursue their legal career.

Our annual scholarship is $2,000.

Application Requirements – Application Deadline: June 1, 2019

The Michigan Auto Law Scholarship Program is a competitive process. Applicants must submit the following items:

• A completed application (see below)
• An unofficial copy of an academic transcript with your student name and college name
• If entering law school in the fall of 2019, an unofficial transcript from your undergrad college and a copy of your acceptance letter to law school
• A typed essay no more than three pages long describing your efforts to encourage greater racial or ethnic diversity within the student body of your law school and/or undergraduate program

For additional details, please visit: https://www.michiganautolaw.com/scholarships/diversity/

Silverman, McDonald & Friedman Educational Scholarship -- $5,000

Silverman, McDonald & Friedman proudly announce the annual Silverman, McDonald & Friedman Educational Scholarship. This yearly scholarship will be awarded to a law student who is dedicated to upholding the rights of the injured. The successful candidate will be enrolled, or have proof of future enrollment, in an accredited college, university or law school for the upcoming academic year. The scholarship can be paid directly to the student’s institution, at his or her request.

Scholarship amount: $5,000

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for the scholarship, please submit the following to the link below:

• An essay of no more than 500 words about what the civil justice systems means to you;
• Proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university or law school;
• A brief statement about your financial needs.

Finalists may be asked for a letter of recommendation from a current or former teacher or professor.

All applications must be completed and submitted by June of 2019 in order to be eligible for consideration. The winner will be notified by July of 2019. Winning essays may be posted on our website, with the student’s approval.

Click here for more information.

Plattner Verderame Civil Justice Scholarship -- $2,500

Since Platter Verderame, P.C. was founded in 1991, we have committed ourselves to doing the right thing under the law for the people we serve. Without a strong civil justice system, our clients would have no rights for us to uphold, and no way to improve their lives now and in the future. Wrongdoers would not be held accountable, and safety for all Americans would be reduced. The best way to ensure the civil law that protects us all remains strong is to encourage the best and the brightest students to themselves pick up the torch of justice.

That is why we are proud to announce the Plattner Verderame Civil Justice Scholarship. This annual award will be given to a student interested in any aspect of social or civil justice, who is currently enrolled in, or will be enrolled in, an accredited college or university for the upcoming academic year. The scholarship can be paid directly to the student’s college at his or her request.

Scholarship amount: $2,500

Eligibility requirements

To apply for the scholarship, please submit the following to the form below:

• Proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university.
• One recommendation letter from a current or previous year teacher or professor.
• A 1000-word essay about the American civil justice and jury system.
• All applications must be completed and submitted by June 2019 to be eligible for consideration.

For more information, please visit: https://plattner-verderame.com/scholarship/

Yeboah Law Group’s Annual Make a Difference Academic Scholarship -- $3,000

At the Yeboah Law Group, we work with people whose rights have been violated, and who have sustained serious, often life-threatening injuries caused by the carelessness or indifference of others. We know that what we do makes a difference in the lives of those we serve. Now, we want to help you do the same. To be eligible for the scholarship, please submit the following by June 1, 2019:

• Proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university
• 1 recommendation letter from a current professor (high school students may submit a letter from a teacher from the previous year)
• An essay of no more than 1000 words about how YOU plan on making a difference in your community or in any other community

Scholarship amount: $3,000

The scholarship will be awarded in August 2019 and the student will be notified of his or her selection in August 2019.

For additional info, please visit:  https://yeboahlawgroup.com/scholarship/

ChapmanAlbin Scholarship -- $1,000

REQUIREMENTS

• Completed scholarship application
• 300-500 word essay (specific topic details can be found on submission form)
• An acceptance letter from an accredited law school in the U.S. (new students) or an unofficial transcript from an accredited law school in the U.S. (current students)
• All materials submitted by June 15, 2019; late or incomplete applications will not be considered
• All materials must be submitted electronically via the form on the ChapmanAlbin website

FINANCIAL AWARD

• Before receiving the award, recipient will be required to demonstrate enrollment at an accredited law school in the U.S.
• A check for $1,000 will be made to the scholarship recipient’s law school of choice to cover expenses
• Scholarship is to be used exclusively to cover law school tuition and other related expenses such as books or room/board
• Recipient is expected to submit receipts in accordance with IRS regulations

For additional details, please visit: https://www.johnschapman.com/about-us/law-school-scholarship/

Cunningham & Mears Academic Scholarship -- $2,500

The Cunningham & Mears Academic Scholarship is an annual award of $2,500, presented by the firm, to a student who wishes to pursue the study of History or Law. The successful candidate must be enrolled in, or have proof of upcoming enrollment in, an accredited college, university, or law school for the upcoming academic school year. The scholarship can be paid directly to the institution upon the request of the student.

Scholarship amount: $2,500

Eligibility requirements

Applicants must submit the following information in order to be considered eligible for the scholarship:

• Proof of enrollment in the institution
• A statement of financial need
• 1 letter of recommendation from someone familiar with your academic work
• An essay of no more than 1000 words about why you chose to study History or Law
• Applicants must fill out the form found here. 

If you have any questions, you may contact us GivingBack@cunninghamandmears.com. All application information will be kept confidential until a winner is chosen.

We are currently accepting applications for the 2019 scholarship award. All applications must be completed and submitted in full by June 15, 2019 in order to be eligible for consideration. The award winner will be announced July 15, 2019.

For more info, please visit: https://www.cunninghamandmears.com/cunningham-mears-academic-scholarship/

Wilshire Law Firm Legal Scholar Award -- $1,000

Wilshire Law Firm is committed to helping the next generation of attorneys succeed. Founding partner Bobby Saadian strongly believes that monetary concerns should never get in the way of an exceptional student interested in studying the law. And when that student’s intent is to help others through the legal system, then they should receive the support and resources that they need to pursue such a noble goal.

Becoming an attorney requires a significant financial investment. Students who demonstrate a dedication to their academic pursuits and their community are to be celebrated, not discouraged. To that end, Wilshire Law Firm is pleased to offer the Legal Scholar Award for currently enrolled law school students.

The Legal Scholar Award will be presented to a worthy student currently in law school. This $1,000 scholarship recognizes that individual’s academic achievement and spirit of giving back in spite of a heavy workload.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

• Students must be a US citizen or a permanent resident.
• Student must have at least two semesters of law school left to complete.
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must demonstrate involvement in community activities.

Application Requirements

• Students must submit a 600-word essay explaining which field of law they’re interested in pursuing and why. Also, how they plan to use their law degree in that field upon graduation.
• Students are required to submit an unofficial copy of their law school transcripts.

Please send the application materials, via email or fax, on or before the June 28, 2019 deadline.

For additional info, please visit: https://wilshirelawfirm.com/scholarships/legal-scholar-award/

Barry J. Nace Pursuit of Justice Scholarship -- $3,000

Attorney Barry J. Nace has been at the forefront of groundbreaking litigation in state and federal courtrooms around the country. His dedication to offering hope to those who feel like they have nowhere to turn has inspired his sons – attorneys Christopher, Jonathan and Matt – to follow in his footsteps. To that end, the firm has created the Barry J. Nace Pursuit of Justice Scholarship, to be awarded annually to any student who believes that “justice for all” is a pledge we make to one another. 

SCHOLARSHIP VALUE: $3,000

Requirements

• Applicant must already be accepted into an undergraduate program at a university or college.
• Strong passion for civil justice
• Why do you require financial help? What would the $3,000 would be spent on? (Tuition, Housing, Books, Etc.)
• What drives your pursuit for civil justice? (Under 300 words please.)
• ​All applications must be received by June 30, 2019.

For more information, please visit: https://www.paulsonandnace.com/barry-j-nace-pursuit-of-justice-scholarship/

2019 American Inns of Court Warren E. Burger Prize -- $5,000

The American Inns of Court Warren E. Burger Prize is a writing competition designed to promote scholarship in the areas of professionalism, ethics, civility, and excellence. Interested authors are asked to submit an original, unpublished essay of 10,000 to 20,000 words on a topic that addresses issues of legal excellence, civility, ethics, and professionalism.

PRIZE

• The author of the winning essay will receive a cash prize of $5,000
• The essay will be published in the South Carolina Law Review
• The prize will be presented to the recipient at the American Inns of Court annual Celebration of Excellence at the Supreme Court of the United States

DEADLINE:  July 1, 2019

For additional info, please visit:  http://home.innsofcourt.org/AIC/Awards_and_Scholarships/Warren_E_Burger_Prize/AIC/Awards_and_Scholarships/Warren_E_Burger_Prize/Warren_E_Burger_Prize.aspx

Sutliff & Stout Law School Scholarship Contest -- $2,000

Sutliff & Stout is guided by the idea that all people are entitled to high-quality legal representation, regardless of wealth or social status. This idea requires that there are enough high-quality attorneys and legal professionals working in the field to support those who are in need of representation.

In an effort to enable more students who have a passion for law to be able to pursue that passion, our Houston car accident attorneys are offering an annual scholarship contest which will award a law student with a $2,000 award to be put toward his or her law school costs.

Overview
We are asking students to write an essay in which they answer the simple question: Why do you want to study law? The most compelling and articulate writer, as judged by the staff at Sutliff & Stout, will receive $2,000.

Eligibility Rules
Applicants must be enrolled or accepted into an ABA-accredited law school in the United States as of the fall 2019 semester.
Applicants must submit the required information on or before Thursday, August 1, 2019

Deadline
Applications must be received by no later than Thursday, August 1, 2019.

For additional info, please visit: https://www.sutliffstout.com/about-us/community/law-school-scholarship/

2019 Weiss & Paarz Annual National Law Scholarship -- $1,000

Each year, Weiss & Paarz will award a $1,000 Law Scholarship to a student starting or continuing law school anywhere in the United States of America.  

Scholarships will be awarded each year to the student who demonstrates all of the following qualities and characteristics:

• Financial need
• Exceptional work ethic
• Strength in the face of adversity
• Outstanding academic achievement
• Commitment to the local community and charitable giving
• Ability to lead others
• Overall moral character

All applications must include the following:

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume listing work experience, educational background, and high school and college grade point average and class rank, if applicable;
• Personal Statement, which includes a description of your career goals and what you plan to use the scholarship funding for (2 pages maximum);
• Confirmation of enrollment in an ABA-accredited law school or copy of your current student ID; and copy of your state ID or driver’s license

For additional information, please visit:  https://www.weisspaarz.com/2019-weiss-paarz-national-law-scholarship/