The Merel Future of Chicago Family Law Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria

• The Merel Future of Chicago Family Law Scholarship is open to undergraduate students who plan to enroll in law school.
• An intention to practice family law after obtaining a Juris Doctorate is preferred but not required.
• As part of the selection process, applicants must be able to explain how they plan to utilize their education to support individuals navigating a family law legal crisis.
• We seek compassionate individuals with keen legal minds and a thirst for knowledge.
• Candidates must be in good academic standing with their college or university and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 or above.

Essay Questions
Please draft a 1,000-word essay explaining why you chose to pursue a family law specialization and what has inspired you to achieve your academic goals.

Application Requirements
To be considered, applicants must submit the following materials:

• A current resume
• An essay (up to 1,000 words) responding to the prompt above
• A current unofficial transcript