In an industry traditionally drawn to Rolodexes and high fees, UpCounsel CEO Matt Faustman created UpCounsel to easily connect businesses of all sizes to professional and affordable legal services while allowing young laywers to keep more of the money they earn.
The annual UpCounsel Law School Scholarship helps both aspiring and current lawyers apply their skills to build their knowledge and reputation while helping business owners understand their legal challenges.
What do you get?
Win Up to $10k in Scholarship Money
Become a Published Legal Writer
Gain Exposure Across the Web
The Opportunity to Help Small Businesses and Founders
get easy-to-understand legal advice
Apply Here
Once approved, your topic will be reserved for 10 days. Please keep that in mind when choosing your topic and
manage your time through the application and writing process. Please note that by entering UpCounsel's Law
School Scholarship, you are granting UpCounsel permission to edit, use, and publish articles submited.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a law student or a student completing his / her undergraduate degree with plans to attend law school
- Students must be in good academic standing and attendng an accredited United States college / university
Details And Dates
Application Submissions Begin:
February 6th, 2017
Application Submissions Deadline:
December 15th, 2017
Announcement:
January 17th, 2018
Following Scholarship's Deadline:
December 15th, 2018
How We Judge Your Article
30%
Originality
20%
Professionalism
30%
Completeness
20%
Simplicity
Scholarship Giveaway Breakdown
1st Place
$7,000
$7,000
2nd Place
$2,000
$2,000
3rd Place
$1,000
$1,000
Law School Scholarship Resource List