2020 Rizio Lipinsky Lawyer Scholarship for Law Students

In this country, we are granted the inalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Our American justice system also grants individuals the right to seek recourse when these rights are violated. Countless individuals choose to exercise these rights with the support, tenacity, and experience of an attorney.

The attorneys at Rizio Lipinsky Law Firm are grateful for the opportunity to provide this crucial advocacy for victims of personal injury, illegal and unfair employment practices, and other civil rights violations. We recognize that the opportunity to advocate on behalf of others is an extraordinary honor and privilege, which we do not take lightly. That’s why it is so important to us, that we support the next generation of attorneys— who are also planning to make it their life’s work to fight for justice for others.

Our 2020 Rizio Lipinsky $10,000 Law School Scholarship will provide financial aid (in the form of money for law school) to an aspiring attorney again this year. This financial support is intended to alleviate some of the financial burden associated with attending law school, so that the winner can focus on law school studies, internships, externships, involvement with legal clinics, and other experiences which aid in the development of becoming a powerful voice for those who need help.

Law Scholarship Requirements:
For the 2020 Rizio Lipinsky $10,000 Law School Scholarship, we want to know why you’re pursuing a career in law. In an essay of 1,000 words or less, please explain why you’re inspired to become an attorney, and how you plan to use your law degree to fight for justice for your fellows. If you have past experience in advocating for yourself or others, we would love to hear how that experience informed your decision to pursue a career in law.

Law Scholarship Entry Deadlines:
Applications for the law school scholarship will be accepted from February 15, 2020, through May 1, 2020. The winner will be notified by June 15, 2020. Submissions received before February 15, 2020, or after May 1, 2020, will not be considered.

Eligibility:
Open to future law students who have accepted admission into law school for the 2020/2021 academic year, and to current law school students who will still be in law school throughout the 2020/2021 year.

Eligible students must meet one of the following requirements:

• Future students: Student must be planning to attend law school in the 2020/2021 academic year.
• Current students: Student must be enrolled in law school, and for the 2020/2021 school year.

Law School Scholarship Application Process:
In an essay of 1,000 words or less, please tell us why you’re pursuing a legal career, why you believe it is important to advocate for others, and how the scholarship will help you to maximize opportunities to develop your skills as a future lawyer. Please email your submission to: lawscholarship@riziolawfirm.com.

Notification of Winner:
The law student selected to receive the $10,000 law school scholarship from Rizio Lipinsky will be notified by June 15, 2020.

Award Disbursement:
The winner of the 2020 Rizio Lipinsky $10,000 Law School Scholarship will be notified of their win by June 15, 2020. The winner will be required to show proof of enrollment in law school. The financial award will be paid directly to the law school.

Judging Criteria:
The winner will be selected by a panel of judges including the firm’s partners and its senior management team.

The Fine Print:
All submissions become the property of Rizio Lipinsky Law Firm. By applying for this scholarship program, the applicant grants Rizio Lipinsky Law Firm and its agents and/or representatives permission to post the applicant’s name, photo, and the winning entry on the firm’s website https://www.riziolawfirm.com and on other marketing platforms such as law firm blogs, law firm social media accounts, law firm newsletters and marketing campaigns.

Award
$10,000.00
Scopes
External Scholarship Opportunities
Deadline
05/01/2020