ROBERT M. HELFEND CRIMINAL DEFENSE SCHOLARSHIP [DEADLINE: JAN. 15, 2019]
Robert M. Helfend has practiced as a criminal defense attorney exclusively since 1984, representing a range of clients in more than three decades in the courtroom, and he values the selflessness, hard work and dedication it requires to pursue a career in criminal defense. He would like to reward students pursuing a career in criminal defense.
Eligibility: Full-time law students
Award: $500
Requirements:
Submission components: (1) Cover letter (with name, email, phone, etc.) – including: (a) Where are you enrolled? (b) Planned year of graduation; and (c) undergraduate degree earned (if applicable); (2) proof of enrollment; (3) 400-600 word essay on one of the following topics: (a) Representing underserved communities in the criminal justice system; (b) Equal protection under the law in modern day practice; or (c) State vs. Federal Law: Is marijuana illegal?
- Send to: scholarship@gmail.com (email subject line must read: “Your Name – Scholarship Application”)
Complete details: Available @ robertmhelfend.com/law-school-scholarship/