The Barristers’ Association of Philadelphia invites local law students to apply for a Barristers Scholarship (download application). Each year, the Barristers’ Association awards scholarships to students of color attending local area law schools. The scholarships are given to students who demonstrate leadership ability, academic achievement, and a commitment to community service and professional development. To reward and recognize students who will become future leaders in the profession, we announce the scholars at the Barristers’ Annual Awards and Scholarship Gala. This year’s Gala will be held on Saturday May 18, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Warwick Hotel, 220 S. 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA.

The Barristers’ Association is now also accepting applications for the Barristers Brandi Brice Memorial Scholarship (download application). Brandi Jocelyn Brice was an active Barrister, Assistant District Attorney, Solicitor for the City of Philadelphia, Chair of the Board of Governors for the Philadelphia Bar Association, and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Phoenix. Despite a long and courageous battle with cancer, Ms. Brice died from the disease on October 16, 2014. In honor of Ms. Brice, a Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a local law student of color who has overcome significant medical challenge(s) in pursuit of a legal education and career.  The recipient of this scholarship must be present to be honored at the Barristers’ Annual Awards and Scholarship Gala on Saturday May 18, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Warwick Hotel in Philadelphia. Students applying for the Brandi Brice Memorial Scholarship must meet the above criteria and submit the above application materials with the following exception concerning criteria number 2: Brandi Brice Memorial Scholarship applicants must submit a one-page essay addressing: (1) the obstacle(s) and medical challenges the student has faced, how they overcame, and what effect the challenge(s) has had on their life, and (2) the applicant’s goals upon graduation and 5 years thereafter. Special consideration for selection of the Brandi Brice Memorial Scholarship will be given to students who plan to pursue careers in public interest or government service. Application materials for the Brandi Brice Memorial Scholarship must be submitted by Friday, March 15, 2019 in a single PDF document via email to barristersscholarship@gmail.com.