We firmly believe that legal representation has a meaningful impact on peoples’ lives both directly and indirectly. For an individual who was injured due to the negligence of another, strong and knowledgeable legal representation can make all the difference. Additionally, the judicial decisions made as a result of this legal representation will affect society as a whole.
At Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, we have made it a goal to help the best, brightest, and most motivated individuals enter into the legal profession, regardless of their financial circumstances. To help achieve this goal we created the Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates Law School Scholarship. The recipient of the award will receive $2000.00 towards educational expenses.
Eligibility
In order to be eligible for the Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates Law School Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a United States citizen or permanent resident;
- Be accepted to or currently enrolled in an accredited law school within the United States;
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Applicants should also demonstrate good character and strong motivation.
Requirements
Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered:
- A completed application form;
- A current college, or graduate school transcript;
- A typed essay of 1500 – 3000 words about large trucks and eighteen-wheelers, which analyzes the severity of the issue in Illinois. Facts and statistics, case studies, research on the issue, laws that have been enacted or proposed in the U.S. or Illinois to deal with the issue, and possible solutions and safety tips for the public to deal with the issue are all highly recommended to accompany the essay.
Completed Materials may be submitted by any of the following methods:
- Online
Key Dates
- The application and supporting material must be received by January 31, 2017
- The scholarship winner will be notified by email, phone or mail on February 28, 2017
Award
The scholarship must be applied to tuition and other education-related expenses for the Fall 2017- Spring 2018 academic year. A check will be made payable to the recipient’s education institution directly. You are expected to submit any receipts to remain in compliance with the IRS.
