Encouraging Diversity Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Law Offices of Doroshow, Pasquale, Krawitz & Bhaya

Description

Purpose and focus

The 2026 DP Law Encouraging Diversity Scholarship supports minority students pursuing law or pre-law studies by providing financial assistance and elevating diverse voices within the legal profession. The award is open to students who identify as minorities by race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or socioeconomic background and who can articulate how they will promote inclusion in law. Applicants are asked to describe personal experiences, goals, or initiatives that demonstrate a commitment to a more equitable legal system.

Key takeaways

• Scholarship aims to increase diversity in the legal field.
• Open to minority-identifying law and pre-law students.
• Applicants must explain how they will contribute to inclusion.
• Essay responses are central to selection.

Eligibility

Who may apply and who is excluded

Eligible applicants are U.S. legal residents living in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia who are current high school seniors, vocational students, college students, or graduate students enrolled in a vocational program or a two- to four-year post-secondary institution. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be in good academic standing. Employees of the Law Offices of Doroshow, Pasquale, Krawitz & Bhaya, their immediate family members, and household members of such employees are not eligible.

Key takeaways

• Must be a U.S. legal resident in the 50 states or D.C.
• Open to high school seniors through graduate students in qualifying programs.
• Minimum GPA requirement: 3.0.
• Firm employees, their immediate families, and household members are ineligible.

Award

Value

Amount awarded

The 2026 DP Law Encouraging Diversity Scholarship awards a single $1,000 prize to the selected recipient. The cash award is intended to offset educational expenses as the recipient pursues legal studies or pre-law preparation. Payment logistics (timing and method) will be communicated to the winner after selection.

Key takeaways

• Single award of $1,000 for 2026.
• Funds intended for educational expenses.
• Payment details provided to the recipient after selection.

Application

Requirements

Materials and expectations

Applicants must submit a 750–1,000-word essay responding to the provided prompt about how they will help build a more inclusive legal system; essays are subject to AI-detection and applications flagged for AI writing will be denied. In addition to the essay, candidates must provide a professional résumé and an academic transcript (official or unofficial, depending on status); first-year college students or recent transfers may submit an unofficial current transcript plus the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school applicants may provide proof of acceptance to a post-secondary institution. Preference will be given to students from or attending secondary school in the state.

Key takeaways

• Essay length: 750–1,000 words; AI-generated content is prohibited.
• Required: professional résumé and transcript(s).
• High school applicants may submit proof of college acceptance.
• Geographic preference may be applied.

Selection &

Timeline

How and when the recipient is chosen

The scholarship recipient will be selected during the month following the application deadline; applicants should plan accordingly and monitor communications for the announcement. While the exact selection criteria and committee structure are managed by the sponsoring firm, the essay, academic standing, and demonstrated commitment to diversity are primary considerations. No other timeline specifics are provided publicly.

Key takeaways

• Recipient selected the month after the application deadline.
• Essay and academic record are key factors in selection.
• Applicants should watch for official communications about the outcome.

Contact &

Questions

How to get help

All scholarship-related inquiries must be submitted through the firm’s designated contact form; the firm does not accept scholarship questions by phone, email, or other website contact forms. Use the contact form for eligibility clarifications, submission questions, or status requests and allow time for a response.

Key takeaways

• Use the official scholarship contact form for all inquiries.
• Phone and email inquiries about the scholarship are not accepted.
• Expect responses only via the designated contact channel.

Background on

Need

Why the scholarship matters

Diversity gaps persist in the legal profession: according to the American Bar Association, only about 5% of active attorneys identify as Black or African American and roughly 5% identify as Hispanic or Latino, with continued underrepresentation among other minority groups. These disparities affect access, representation, and equity within the justice system, making targeted support for minority students essential to creating a more inclusive profession. The scholarship aims to help address these structural imbalances by supporting students who will bring diverse perspectives to law.

Key takeaways

• Significant underrepresentation exists among minority attorneys.
• Low percentages of Black and Hispanic attorneys highlight the gap.
• Financial and pipeline support can help diversify the profession.

History of the

Award

Origins and intent

The DP Law Encouraging Diversity Scholarship is offered by the Law Offices of Doroshow, Pasquale, Krawitz & Bhaya as part of the firm’s efforts to promote greater diversity within the legal profession. The 2026 scholarship continues that commitment by providing targeted support to minority students preparing for law careers. While specific historical details beyond the firm’s stated purpose are limited, the award reflects an ongoing initiative to invest in diverse future legal professionals.

Key takeaways

• Sponsored by the Law Offices of Doroshow, Pasquale, Krawitz & Bhaya.
• 2026 award continues the firm’s diversity-focused efforts.
• Scholarship is intended as a strategic investment in diverse legal talent.