Chicago Future Legal Leaders Scholarship

*Purpose: *

We want to lift future legal professionals who study near our Chicago office.

Who Can Apply:

Enrolled in a pre-law, paralegal, or J.D. program.
In good standing (3.0 GPA or higher).
Campus within 60 miles of Chicago.
At least 18 years old when you submit.
Not an employee or immediate family of HKM Employment Attorneys LLP.
Non-Discrimination: We welcome applicants of every race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, and veteran status.

How to Apply:

Complete the online form here.
Required documents
Unofficial transcript (PDF)
One-page résumé
500-word essay: “How I will use my legal education to serve my community.”
Submit by the deadline. You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours.

Award
$1,000.00
Scopes
External Scholarship Opportunities
Deadline
10/15/2025