Since 2004, the LMJ Scholarship Program has supported incoming law students with a demonstrated commitment to the legal profession by providing financial assistance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. The scholarship supports all incoming law students.
Scholarship Details
- $10,000 scholarship awarded for the first year of law school
- Open to students accepted to ABA-accredited law schools on a full-time basis
- Includes access to a network of peers, mentors, and alumni for professional support
- Supports students interested in corporate law careers
Eligibility Criteria
- Proof of acceptance into an ABA-accredited U.S. law school for a full-time Juris Doctorate Program. (NOTE: LLM students, part-time students, and students pursuing dual degree programs are ineligible.)
- An undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher.
- Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Form. (NOTE: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students with an issued social security number must submit a completed FAFSA form. DACA students who were not issued a social security number must provide proof of DACA status in lieu of the FAFSA form.)
- An interest in corporate law, including an interest in working in a corporate law department and/or law firm.
- Demonstrated community service and leadership qualities.
Application Process
- Apply and be accepted to an ABA-accredited law school
- Complete the FAFSA to demonstrate financial need
- Prepare academic transcripts showing a minimum 3.2 GPA
- Submit the LMJ Scholarship application and required materials
- Include documentation of community service, leadership experience, and interest in corporate law
Scholars join a vibrant community of LMJ alumni — leaders who support and uplift each other as they advance in their careers and help shape the future of the legal industry.
