$1,000
At The Baker Law Firm, we are committed to fostering the next generation of criminal justice professionals who will uphold the principles of fairness and integrity within our legal system. To support this mission, we are proud to announce the Pillars of Justice Scholarship, offering a $1,000 award to a deserving student pursuing a degree in criminal justice.
Scholarship Details:
- Award Amount: $1,000
- Application Deadline: May 19, 2025, by 11:59 PM
- Usage: The scholarship funds may be applied toward tuition, room and board, books, or other educational expenses.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree with a major or concentration in criminal justice.Knoxville Criminal Defense
- Maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.2.Knoxville Criminal Defense
- Enrolled at an accredited college or university within the United States.Knoxville Criminal Defense
- At least 17 years of age.Knoxville Criminal Defense
- U.S. citizen.Knoxville Criminal Defense
Application Requirements:
To apply, candidates must submit:
- Proof of Enrollment and GPA: This can include an unofficial transcript, letter of acceptance, class schedule, or other relevant documents.
- Essay: A well-organized and original essay of up to 1,000 words responding to the following prompt: The role of a judge is often seen as the cornerstone of the judicial system, requiring impartiality, wisdom, and adherence to the rule of law. In your essay, explore the importance of judges in maintaining justice in society. What qualities—such as integrity, patience, or legal acumen—are most essential for a judge, and how do these characteristics impact the fairness of criminal cases?
Submission Guidelines:
- All applications must be submitted through the digital application form available on our scholarship page.
- Applications sent via email will not be accepted.
Selection Process:
Our scholarship team will review all applications and select a winner based on:
- Adherence to eligibility criteria.
- Quality and clarity in addressing the essay prompt.
- Organization and originality of the essay.
The selected recipient will be notified within four weeks following the application deadline.
For more information and to access the application form, please visit our scholarship page. Should you have any questions, feel free to contact our scholarship team at scholarships@lbakerlawfirm.com.