DEIA&B Scholarship Application
Purpose: To provide financial assistance to individuals in the metropolitan St. Louis area seeking to advance their careers in the legal management profession.
Objective and Award: Award up to $1,000 in scholarship funds for college tuition and books or for certifications such as Certified Legal Manager or Paralegal Certificate. The award is intended for members of underrepresented or marginalized groups seeking to further their education and obtain an undergraduate or graduate degree or a certification with an emphasis in the legal management profession.
Areas of study may include legal studies, business administration, marketing, human resources, finance and accounting. All scholarship funds will be provided to the educational facility directly, in the account name of the scholarship recipient. Scholarship funds are restricted to tuition and books. Scholarship funds must be redeemed within one year of award.
Award Date: August 22, 2025
Application Requirements:
· Application must include a concise 1-2 page essay summarizing the applicant’s field of study and the extent of their interest in a non-attorney legal career.
· Application must describe applicant’s leadership capability to include participation in extracurricular activities, performance of community service, etc,. and how the scholarship will enhance their current or future legal career.
· Application must include two letters of recommendation.
· Application must be submitted on or before August 15, 2025
Scholarship Program Contact:
Jill O’Connell, Co-Chair
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility & Belonging Committee
Association of Legal Administrators – Gateway Chapter
314.244.3654
Email: [email protected]
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