LegalMatch.com's Legal Futures Initiative Scholarship

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$1,000
1 winner$1,000
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Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2026
Winners Announced
Jul 31, 2026
Education Level
Undergraduate
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Undergraduate junior or senior
College Type:
Four-year school
Education Goals:
Plans to attend law school
GPA:
3.75 min.

LegalMatch is an attorney-client matching and lead generation platform, simplifying the overwhelming experience of finding the right lawyer.

LegalMatch understands the importance not only of the legal field as a whole, but also of connecting with kind, attentive attorneys who will take the time to listen to their clients' stories and strive for effective and favorable outcomes. Acquiring a lawyer can be a daunting experience, and typically takes place during or after a stressful life event. Lawyers who care deeply about their work and their clients can make all the difference in easing clients’ minds and ensuring that justice is carried out.

This scholarship aims to support future lawyers as they pursue higher education so they can achieve their dreams and make a difference in the legal field.

Any undergraduate junior or senior at a four-year college or university with a min. 3.75 GPA may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they plan to attend law school.

To apply, respond to the essay prompt below.

Selection Criteria:
Empathy, Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published October 9, 2025
Essay Topic

In today's world, kindness, listening, and empathy can be easily overlooked, especially in the legal field. In your response, please tell us about yourself, why you want to attend law school, and how you plan to integrate the above interpersonal skills into your legal work to effectively represent clients and contribute to a more equitable legal system.

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Jun 30, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jul 31, 2026.