Diversity Scholarship

Are you a law student from a diverse background that is passionate about advocating for religious organizations?

This scholarship of $10,000 aims to support deserving individuals from underrepresented communities who demonstrate an interest in pursuing a legal career focused on representing religious organizations. The ideal candidate will be enrolled or accepted into law school with an interest in studying religious corporations law. In addition to the financial scholarship, the recipient of the scholarship will be offered a paid internship in the summer of 2025 or 2026 with Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld LLP.

*Date to be determined and agreed upon during the interview/offer process.

Submission Requirements

Completed Application
Resume
Legal Writing Sample
Undergraduate Transcripts
Law School Transcripts, if applicable
Personal Statement
One Letter of Recommendation

Why this scholarship?

The Religious Law Advisors Diversity Scholarship
is an extension of Capell Barnett Matalon &
Schoenfeld’s commitment to diversity and the
representation of religious organizations of all beliefs.

The Religious Law Advisors
Diversity Scholarship Application

Finalists will be contacted to schedule an interview.

Deadline for Application: March 15, 2025

Diversity Scholarship

First Name

Last Name

Address

Are you currently in law school?

If yes, where are you enrolled?

What year are you in your program?

I am attending a law school for the calendar year:

Are you currently not in law school?

I have been admitted to:

Personal Statement

Please share how being part of an underrepresented community has influenced your decision to pursue a legal education with a desire to focus on religious law?

Personal Statement

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Resume

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Legal Writing Sample

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Undergraduate and Graduate Transcripts

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