The Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys (OACTA) is announcing its annual Law Student Diversity Scholarship program. OACTA encourages diversity in all aspects of its activities and is committed to nurturing a culture that supports and promotes diversity. Scholarship program is open to incoming second and third-year African American, Hispanic, Asian, Pan Asian and Native American students enrolled at Ohio law schools. Up to three scholarships in the amount of $1,250 each will be given to the winning candidates.
The Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys is an organization of attorneys, corporate executives and managers. The mission of OACTA is to promote fairness, excellence, and integrity in the civil justice system by providing resources and education to attorneys and others dedicated to the defense of civil actions
Eligibility:
- Open to incoming second and third-year African American, Hispanic, Asian, Pan Asian and Native American students enrolled at Ohio law schools.
- Incoming second and third-year female law students enrolled at Ohio law schools are also eligible regardless of race or ethnicity.
- Academic achievement in law school
- Professional interest in civil defense practice
- Service to community and to the cause of diversity
How to Apply:
To be considered for scholarship, the candidates must complete the application form. The form can be downloaded through the given link:
http://www.oacta.org/Uploads/Documents/Diversity/Diversity%20Scholarship%20Application.pdf
Supporting Documents:
- Law school transcript
- A cover letter addressing the following: academic, personal and professional accomplishments, and why they should be selected as a recipient of the scholarship
- Applicants may submit up to three letters of recommendation
Award Amount:
Up to three (3) scholarships in the amount of $1,250 each will be awarded to successful applicants.
Application Deadline:
The completed application and all other requested material must be received by April 15, 2016. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Link for more Information:
http://www.oacta.org/About/diversity_scholarship.aspx
