Kennedy Law Legal Ethics Scholarship

At James Kennedy Law, we believe in upholding ethics in the legal field. The practice of barratry is all too common among attorneys in Texas and throughout the United States, and we work to stand up against unethical practices while fighting to protect people’s rights. Through our scholarship program, we are working to ensure that the next generation of attorneys will uphold these standards.
To help address the ongoing issue of barratry, our firm provides an annual scholarship of $1,000 to a law student who is committed to upholding ethics. This scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate an understanding of the issue of barratry and a dedication to ethical legal practices.
Eligibility:
You are enrolled at an accredited law school or in a pre-law program at a U.S. college or university for the Fall 2024 or Spring 2025 semester
You are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
You have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
You are at least 17 years of age
How Do I Apply?
Your application should include a 500-1,000 word essay response to the following prompt:

Provide a real-world example of barratry, citing a source such as a news article. Explain why the behavior described in this example is unethical. Discuss what can be done to prevent these types of practices and maintain high ethical standards in the legal field.

In addition to your essay, we ask that you submit proof of enrollment at a U.S. college or university, an academic transcript detailing your GPA, contact information, and a professional photograph of yourself (.jpg).
Deadline: August 13, 2025
More information available at: https://www.epinjury.com/scholarships