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Accepting Applications for Spring 2025
At The Law Office of George J. Skuros, we provide knowledgeable, experienced legal representation for clients in divorce, child custody, and other family law cases. We have seen how difficult these cases can be for the people involved, and the impact the outcomes have on their lives, for better or worse. We firmly believe that all parties in a family law case should be treated fairly under the law, and we want to support the next generation of attorneys who will continue to promote justice in family law throughout the United States.
We are offering The Law Office of George J. Skuros Justice in Family Law Scholarship to a current or aspiring law student who wants to bring positive change to family law practice and policy. The award, in the amount of $1,000, can be applied to tuition and other educational expenses at the college, university, or law school where the recipient is enrolled.
Who is Eligible to Apply?
To apply for the Justice in Family Law Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
- You are enrolled (or will be) in an accredited undergraduate or J.D. program at a U.S. college or university for Spring 2025
- You are at least 18 years old
- You are a U.S. citizen
- You have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5
Application Instructions
Your application should include an essay of 500-1,500 words in response to one of the prompts listed below. Essays must be submitted as a PDF file and include at least one citation.
A. ) What is an injustice that you see in the implementation and enforcement of family law in the U.S.? How can this injustice be rectified?
B. ) Discuss the effect divorce has on the behavior and emotions of children. Students may explore how the experience can shape a child's understanding of emotional well-being, relationships, self-esteem, and overall behavior.
In addition to your essay, we ask that you submit an academic transcript, a professional photograph of yourself, and contact information including your address, phone number, and email address.
The deadline to submit your materials is November 27, 2024.
Judging Criteria
Our team will review all applications and select a scholarship recipient using the following criteria:
Demonstrated passion for the practice and betterment of family law
Essay meets all requirements including PDF format, citations, and structure.
Originality, thoughtfulness, and writing quality of the essay
We will notify the Spring 2025 recipient via email by January 8, 2025, and send the award to the financial aid office at the recipient's school. By applying for the scholarship, you consent that if you are selected, your name, essay, and photograph may be used on our website and in other marketing materials.
Justice in Family Law Scholarship Winners
Fall 2024 Winner: Bethany Boylan
The Law Office of George J. Skuros is pleased to announce that Bethany Boylan will be our Fall 2024 Justice in Family Law Scholarship winner. Bethany has gained admittance to Florida State University College of Law and will begin her first semester of study this fall.
Contact Us With Your Questions
Any questions about the Justice in Family Law Scholarship should be directed here.
We look forward to your applications!
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