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Paraprofessional-to-Lawyer Scholarship

MILWAUKEE BAR ASSOCIATION FOUNDATION

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Funding Amount

$5,000 per award, up to 6 scholarships available

Deadline

March 31, 2027

292 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Paraprofessional-to-Lawyer Scholarship

Overview: This scholarship supports current and former paraprofessionals who have demonstrated dedication to the legal profession and are pursuing law school education.

Geographic Scope: Wisconsin

Award Details:

  • Amount: $5,000 per scholarship

  • Number of Awards: Up to 6 scholarships available

  • Funding Source: Donations to the MBA Foundation for the 2023 DEI Hackathon Program

    • Eligibility Criteria

    Paraprofessional Work Experience:

  • Applicants must either be (A) presently working as a paraprofessional within the legal sector, OR (B) current law students who were employed as paraprofessionals prior to enrolling in law school

    • Duration of Work Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 years of paraprofessional work experience required

    • Connection to Wisconsin:

  • Applicant must either (A) be a current resident of Wisconsin, (B) have met the work experience requirement while residing in Wisconsin, OR (C) be attending law school in Wisconsin

    • Educational Requirements:

  • Must have earned a bachelor's degree

    • Financial Need:

  • May be considered but will not be the sole determining factor

    • Target Audience

    Paralegals, legal assistants, and individuals working in other paraprofessional capacities who are aiming to advance their careers by attending law school.

    Contact Information

    • Email: paraprofessional.scholarship@gmail.com
    • Address: 747 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202
    • Phone: 414-276-5934
    • General Email: info@milwbar.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Submission Method: Email all materials in a single email to paraprofessional.scholarship@gmail.com

    Required Materials:

    1. Resume - Must highlight:
    - Paraprofessional experience
    - Academic achievements
    - Other relevant work experience

    2. Relevant Transcripts - Include:
    - Undergraduate transcripts
    - Paralegal studies transcripts (if applicable)
    - Any other relevant academic records

    3. Personal Statement - Essay discussing:
    - Motivation to pursue a law degree

    4. Personal Recommendation - Encouraged but not required

    Application Deadline: March 31, 2027

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