Akron Law Announcements

Scholarship Amount: $500

Application Deadline: July 25, 2026

Overview: The Jon M. Friedman, Sr. Needs-Based Scholarship is offered annually by the Law Offices of Jon Friedman. This needs-based scholarship supports motivated students who may require financial assistance while pursuing a future in the legal field.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in pre-law studies or entering law school in the Fall 2026 semester.
• Must be accepted into a program at a U.S. school for Fall 2026.
• Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above.

Application Requirements:

• Completed online scholarship application.
• Academic transcript.
• A one- to three-page essay on an area of law that interests the applicant.
• Applications must be submitted through the scholarship application page.

For more information, visit the website at: https://www.jonathanmfriedman.com/scholarship-application/

Scholarship Amount: $1,000; two recipients selected

Application Deadline: December 30, 2026

Overview: The Crowder Law Firm Scholarship supports high-achieving students pursuing higher education in the United States. The firm offers two $1,000 scholarships twice each year to assist students who demonstrate strong academic performance and thoughtful engagement with the scholarship essay prompt.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be enrolled or intending to enroll at an accredited college or university for the Spring 2027 semester.
• Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of application submission.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Must maintain a GPA of 3.6 or higher.

Application Requirements:

• Proof of enrollment for the Spring 2027 semester.
• Documentation of the student’s GPA.
• Professional headshot.
• An essay of approximately 1,000 words responding to the prompt: How do you define the American Dream? Do you believe it is attainable today?
• Applications must be submitted through the scholarship application page.

For more information, visit the website at: https://www.crowdercriminalfirm.com/scholarship

Scholarship Amount: $1,000

Application Deadline: December 30, 2026

Overview: The Elite Lawyer Against All Odds Scholarship supports students who have overcome significant obstacles through perseverance and determination. This scholarship provides $1,000 to assist with educational expenses, including tuition, room and board, class materials, and other education-related costs.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must have a current GPA of at least 3.0.
• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Must have education continuing through at least the Spring 2027 semester.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Application Requirements:

• Completed online scholarship application.
• A 3–5 minute video response describing a time when the applicant faced a significant obstacle with little odds of success, what they did to overcome the problem, and how their perspective has changed since.
• Proof of enrollment or acceptance at the applicant’s school of choice.
• Documentation demonstrating the applicant’s GPA.
• Only one submission per applicant is allowed.

For more information, visit the website at: https://www.elitelawyer.com/scholarship

Scholarship Amount: $1,000

Application Deadline: December 28, 2026

Overview: The Law Offices of James F. DiQuattro Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship supports law students pursuing a career in the legal field. This scholarship provides $1,000 to assist eligible students as they continue their legal education.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be over the age of 18.
• Must be currently enrolled in or accepted to an accredited law school.
• Must have maintained a GPA of 3.2 or higher while attending college.

Application Requirements:

• Completed online scholarship application.
• Proof of enrollment at a law school, which may include an acceptance letter, law school transcript, or official class schedule.
• An essay of no more than 500 words responding to the prompt: Why do you want to pursue a career in the field of law? What goals do you hope to accomplish during your career?
• Winner must provide a photo and give permission for the firm to publish their name, photo, and essay.

For more information, visit the website at: https://www.diquattrolawoffices.com/scholarship

Scholarship Amount: $1,000

Application Deadline: December 28, 2026

Overview: The Immigration Legal Advisors Dreams Without Borders Scholarship supports law students from immigrant families who are committed to making meaningful contributions to immigration law and policy. The scholarship provides $1,000 to assist with tuition, books, and other educational expenses.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must come from an immigrant family.
• Must demonstrate a strong academic record with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited law school in the United States.
• Must be at least 17 years old.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or DACA recipient.

Application Requirements:

• Proof of enrollment at an accredited law school, such as an acceptance letter, enrollment letter, or class schedule.
• Contact information.
• A 500-word essay or two-minute video essay responding to the scholarship prompt: What areas of immigration law do you feel could be improved? How would these improvements positively affect the lives of immigrants interested in coming to America?
• Applications must be submitted through the official scholarship application page.

For more information, visit the website at: https://www.immigrationabogado.com/scholarship