Find Scholarships/Grants
Keywords:
College:
Dollar Amount:
Deadline:
Past Scholarship Winners
Jordann Sadler
Morgan State University
Education
Class of 2031
Jaliyah Jones-Baskin
Tuskegee University
Animal Science
Class of 2029
Kamaaria Mackins
Fayetteville State University
English Literature
Class of 2021
Tuesday Barnes
University of Maryland at Col Park
Sociology
Class of 2013
DeVyne Wills
Tennessee State University
Architectural Engineering
Class of 2028
Caulin Avery
North Carolina A&T State University
Communication
Class of 2025
Bryant Howell
Stillman College
Accounting
Class of 2023
Malik Durant
Dillard University
Computer and Information Science
Class of 2024
JASMINE DAVIS
Savannah State University
Political Science
Class of 2016
Featured Scholars!
Meet Ziyan Gilbert
Attending Alabama State University Majoring in Health Information Management
Class of 2026
Meet Kenya Walker
Attending Bowie State University Majoring in Theatre
Class of 2028
Meet Madison Clark
Attending Delaware State University Majoring in Marketing
Class of 2029
Meet Lauren Robertson
Attending Hampton University Majoring in Computer and Information Science
Class of 2027
Meet Christian Stepney
Attending Oakwood University Majoring in Social Work
Class of 2027
Meet Jeremy Coleman
Attending University of Maryland Eastern Shore Majoring in Computer and Information Science
Class of 2029
Meet Neil Collymore
Attending Morehouse College Majoring in Sociology
Class of 2028
PLEASE NOTE: This Scholarship Expired on May 1st, 2024...

Richard D. Hailey Law Student Scholarship

Dollar Amount: Up to $5,000
Deadline: May 1st, 2024
Sponsor: American Association for Justice's Minority Caucus
Award Type: Scholarship Money
Contact Person: AAJ Membership
Email: membership@justice.org WAYS TO GIVE
Posted By: S. Moore on 04/02/2024

  
Presented by AAJ's Minority Caucus and named in honor of AAJ's past-President and first person of color to serve as AAJ's President, Richard D. Hailey.

Applications for the 2024 application cycle are now open.

Each year, AAJ's Minority Caucus awards a $5,000 scholarship to a minority Law Student member entering their first, second, or third year of law school. Additionally, the winner receives a registration and travel stipend to attend the AAJ Annual Convention.

The scholarship will be awarded to the applicant who best:
  • Exhibits an interest and proficiency in trial advocacy skills
  • Expresses a desire to represent those who have been injured by the negligence or misconduct of others
  • Promotes accountability and safety
  • Demonstrates a commitment to AAJ and dedication to its mission through involvement in an AAJ student chapter and Minority Caucus activities
  • 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.

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

  • A resume
  • A 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
  • Law student verification form [PDF]

Submit your application via the online form by May 1, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please note, the recipient of this scholarship must attend AAJ's Annual Convention to accept the award. Convention registration and a travel stipend are included with the scholarship.

CONTACT
AAJ Membership
Email: membership@justice.org
Scholarship/Grant Site: https://www.justice.org/community/caucuses/law-students/hailey-scholarship?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9uJnl8z_6mBsnnpPVKGt3h5oW2Ojg0CVjek-fcUaUBrwe7bwiXBDQ_oXk2bLZ7JnK0nNH9_h-_g9N-8DU5tO7jrDtWgw&
Featured Members
Member Login
Email:
Password:


Not a Member? Sign Up - It's FREE
You'll receive access to our Newsletter, Scholarships, HBCU Profiles, Jobs, Internships, Mentors, Member Profiles and more!
Upload Photo:
First Name:
Last Name:
Email:
Password:
Location:
College:
Major:
Graduating Class: