Trial Advocacy Law Student Scholarship
The 2022 application cycle is now closed. The 2023 application cycle will open in February.
Trial Advocacy Law Student Scholarship
Applications are accepted from February 1 to May 1.
Open to all AAJ Law Student Members who are entering their second or third year of law school, this $3,000 scholarship is awarded to the applicant who best demonstrates a commitment to AAJ and its mission, a desire to represent victims, interest and skill in trial advocacy, and financial need.
The scholarship will be awarded to the applicant who best:
- Demonstrates a commitment to AAJ and dedication to its mission through extensive involvement in AAJ student chapter activities
- Expresses a desire to represent those who have been injured by the negligence or misconduct of others
- Promotes accountability and safety
- Exhibits an interest and proficiency of skills in trial advocacy
- Shows a financial need for the scholarship
Application Process
To apply, you must be an AAJ Law Student member (join here), be enrolled in an ABA-approved law school, and submit a complete application package.
Your application package should include:
- Resume
- Statement of financial need
- 500-word personal statement explaining how you meet the criteria described above
- Up to three (3) recommendations from a faculty adviser, trial advocacy professor, dean, AAJ member, or trial lawyer; and
- Student status verification form [PDF]
Submit your complete application to membership@justice.org. All documents should be attached to one email. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
