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Early opportunities to build client relationships, serve the community, and follow your passion are foundational to success in law. The Paul D. White scholarship is a tiered scholars program available to first-year (1L) and second-year (2L) law students. Paul D. White Scholars may choose one of the following enrichment experience tracks during their summer program:

Client Rotation Track.&nbsp;Scholars are paired with a client in-house counsel mentor who introduces them to the client’s industry and legal needs. Scholars will have opportunities to work alongside legal department members and, where practical, visit client headquarters or other facilities.

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Public Interest Track.&nbsp;Scholars are paired with a BakerHostetler pro bono mentor who will provide opportunities to work on firm-approved pro bono matters alongside BakerHostetler attorneys.

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In addition to the foregoing enrichment experiences, each Scholar will be paired with a mentor who will provide guidance and maintain connection with the Scholar during the summer associate program(s), between programs and in advance of the Scholar’s arrival as a permanent associate.

After the Scholars join our firm as permanent associates, they will become part of our Paul D. White Scholars Alumni Group. In addition to previously assigned mentors, each Alumni Scholar will be assigned a management sponsor with whom they will meet quarterly during their first year as an associate, and at least annually thereafter. The Alumni Group will provide additional networking, mentorship and other experiences and opportunities designed to help Scholars continue to thrive at our Firm.

Eligibility

Law students who have overcome obstacles in a way that demonstrates that they have the attributes of a pioneer in the profession or with a background or experiences that enable them to bring a unique perspective to client service, and who have completed their 1L or 2L year at an ABA-accredited law school.

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Scholarships

1L Scholars receive summer associate compensation as well as an additional $7,500 toward tuition and law school expenses. 2L Scholars, whether new to the program or returning Scholars who spend their full 2L summer at our firm will receive summer associate compensation as well as an additional $10,000 toward tuition and law school expenses. Scholars who accept offers to join the firm as fulltime associates will receive an additional $10,000 upon joining our firm.

Application Dates

2L applications for 2025 will be accepted June 1, 2024 – August 1, 2024.

Submission Information

Please complete your application online and attach your materials through this link:

Complete and submit the following:

<a href="https://bhrecruiting.bakerlaw.com/viRecruitSelfApply/ReDefault.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Application form</a>

References -&nbsp;List the names and contact information for your references (no more than three)

Personal statement – Your statement should discuss how you have overcome obstacles in a way that demonstrates that you have the attributes of a pioneer in the profession or the background or experiences you have had that would enable you to bring a unique perspective to client service. Your statement should be double-spaced and no more than 500 words. More information on the personal statement is available&nbsp;<a href="https://admin.bakerlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Paul-D.-White-Diversity-Scholars-personal-statement-2023_p05_11.14.2023.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.

Questions and Contact Information

For questions regarding the Paul D. White Diversity Scholars Program:

View our <a href="https://admin.bakerlaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Paul-D.-White-Diversity-Scholars-Frequently-Asked-Questions-for-2Ls-2024_p02.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Frequently Asked Questions</a> or contact:

Leah Fisher Director of Inclusion and Diversity <a href="mailto:lfisher@bakerlaw.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">lfisher@bakerlaw.com</a>

For questions or issues with the application:

Kristen Bartlett Firmwide Recruiting Coordinator <a href="mailto:kbartlett@bakerlaw.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">kbartlett@bakerlaw.com</a>

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