Mike Eidson Law Student Scholarship

The Mike Eidson Scholarship Fund was established in 2008 through a generous donation from AAJ Past President Mike Eidson, whose vision continues to inspire it. It is awarded by members of the AAJ Women Trial Lawyers Caucus, a member of the AAJ Executive Committee, and an AAJ Past President.

The scholarship is a $5,000 award given annually to a rising 3L (or rising 4L in a night program) law student who has demonstrated:

• a commitment to a career as a plaintiff trial lawyer,
• a dedication to upholding and defending the principles of the Constitution, to the concept of a fair trial, and a commitment to an individual’s right to trial by jury and access to the civil justice system, and
• a commitment to advancing diversity, eliminating bias, and promoting equal opportunities for all lawyers.

Registration, travel, and accommodation for the 2026 AAJ Annual Convention in Chicago will be covered in addition to the $5,000 award. 

Application Process

To apply, you must be enrolled in an ABA-approved law school and submit a complete application package outlined below.

To submit your application, complete this online form and upload the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter explaining your interest in a career as a plaintiff trial lawyer and to the principles outlined above
• Law student verification form [PDF]

Incomplete applications will not be considered.