DEADLINE EXTENDED – MCCA LMJ Scholarship Application Due May 1!

MCCA is searching for incoming law students who show great promise as the next generation’s legal leaders to be a part of the 2024 LMJ Scholarship Program!

The LMJ Scholarship is a program that seeks to nurture the academic and professional careers of outstanding law students. Each year, the LMJ Scholarship awards $10,000 scholarships to select students for their first year of law school. Selected scholars will be connected with a community of peers, alumni, and mentors who are dedicated to fostering their success by providing invaluable resources and guidance throughout their legal careers.

Who is Eligible to Apply?

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible:

•             Proof of acceptance into an ABA-accredited U.S. law school for a full-time Juris Doctorate Program (Fall 2024).

o             (NOTE: LLM students, part-time students, and students pursuing dual degree programs are ineligible.)

•             An undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher.

•             Completed 2024 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Form.

o             (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.

•             A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

•             Demonstrated community service and leadership qualities.

All details may be found here.