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In some cases, not every scholarship is awarded each academic year and dollar amounts may vary based on the availability of funds. Disbursement of funds is contingent upon full-time enrollment, unless otherwise specified, and scholarships are renewable as long as individual scholarship criteria are met.

Alex R. Laster Endowed Scholarship

The Alexander R. Laster Endowed Scholarship Fund was established in 2009 in loving memory of Alexander R. Laster, JD'03. Alex had a wonderful sense of humor and a strong commitment to family and friends and loved the law. He was equally passionate about sports and life. The scholarship is awarded to a second or third year law student who has demonstrated financial need, exceptional academic achievement and strength of character. Preference will be given to students who have an interest in politics and/or sports law.

Ann Wrenn-King Memorial Scholarship

This memorial fund, established by friends and colleagues of Ann Wrenn-King, class of 1984, provides a scholarship for a deserving female student, preferably one enrolled in the School's part-time division.

Armando Alejandre Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2004 in memory of the late Armando Alejandre, who attended the Law School from 1988 to 1990. The scholarship will be awarded to a mature second- or third-year student who had had work experience and demonstrates financial need. Preference will be given to individuals who have served in the armed forces or have had public service experience.

Attorneys' Title Insurance Fund Endowed Scholarship

Established in December 2004, the Attorneys' Title Insurance Fund is awarded each year based on merit to a student enrolled in the LLM Program in Real Estate. Preference should be given to students who are members of the Florida Bar.

Bill Colson Scholarship

This fund was established in 1987 by prominent Miami attorney Bill Colson, class of 1948. It provides an outstanding black student, who has been awarded a partial Dean's Scholarship, an additional scholarship in the amount of $2,000. Special consideration is given to applicants who are graduates of Florida Memorial College and who have strong ties with South Florida.

Bilzin, Sumberg, Baena Price & Axelrod LLP Scholarship

Established in 2004, the Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod LLP Scholarship will be awarded to academically qualified second or third year students, each of whom has a cumulative academic average within the top 10% of his/her class. In any event, at least one award recipient each year will be an incoming second year student.

C. C. Alloway Scholarship

This scholarship established in 2005 is to be awarded to a student who shows aptitude in constitutional law.

Carol King Scholarship

Established in 1985 by Dr. and Mrs. Irving R. Rutkin in memory of their daughter, Carol King, class of 1973, this partial scholarship is awarded at three-year intervals to an entering female student who demonstrates financial need and has a strong academic record.

Claude M. Olds Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established in 1989 as a result of a bequest by Claude M. Olds. Scholarships are awarded each year to students in the J.D. or LL.M. program in Comparative Law (including Foreign Students).

Cobb Scholarship

This scholarship was established to support persons who have demonstrated, through previous academic achievement of career choices, interest in capability in the field of economics or finance and the interrelationship between law and economics.

Cuban American Foundation Scholarship

Established by the members of the Cuban American Bar Foundation and the administration of the University of Miami School of Law in 1987, this partial scholarship is awarded each year to a law student who has distinguished himself/herself academically through research, writing and/or service oriented activities to the Cuban American community.

Daniel E. Murray Law Review Scholarship Fund

This scholarship fund was established in 2004 in memory of the late Professor Daniel E. Murray, who taught at the Law School for 39 years, serving as faculty advisor to the Law Review for 29 years. This award is granted annually to a student of commercial law based on academic merit.

Daniel S. Pearson Scholarship

Established by the friends and family of Pearson to honor his memory. The Daniel S. Pearson Endowed Scholarship will assist UM Law students who show great promise as trial lawyers, are dedicated to public service, and are committed to the highest standards of professionalism.

Dennis Lynch Scholarship

Through the generosity of former students, colleagues and friends, the School of Law established the Dennis O. Lynch Endowed Scholarship Fund in 2008. The scholarship pays tribute to Dennis Lynch for his constant dedication and loyal support of the School of Law, as a scholar, professor, dean and dear friend. During his tenure as Dean, the School of Law not only gained prominence, but the quality of its programs, students and faculty greatly increased and the School's endowment more than doubled. Established to a law student at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee.

Edward D. Berger Scholarship

The Edward D. Berger Scholarship Fund, established in 1987 by family and friends, is a memorial to Edward David Berger, class of 1984. Awarded at three-year intervals, it provides a scholarship to a first year student with strong academic credentials.

Edwin Willinger Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established in 1993 as a result of a bequest by Edwin Willinger. It is awarded annually to a deserving law student on the basis of need.

Ethel & Walter Beckham Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded each year to a student enrolled in the University of Miami School of Law J.D. program at the discretion of the Dean of the Law School.

Falk, Waas, Hernandez & Cortina, P.A. Scholarship

The Parenti, Falk, Waas, Hernandez & Cortina Scholarship, established in 2004, will be awarded to an academically qualified second or third year student who has expressed an interest in trial practice. The recipient will be selected based on his/her academic record and leadesrship potential.

Felenstein Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established in 2006. It is to be awarded annually to law students based on academic merit and need. Preference given to students from a less developed country who would not otherwise have the financial means to attend the University's LL.M. Program in Comparative Law.

Florence Bayuk Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship can be given to recognize academic excellence or for financial need.

Florence T. Robbins Scholarship

The Florence T. Robbins-Greenberg, Traurig, Hoffman, Lipoff, Rosen & Quentel, P. A., Scholarship Fund was established in memory of Florence T. Robbins, class of 1980, by her husband, Lawrence Robbins, their sons, family, and friends, Greenberg, Traurig law firm. This scholarship is awarded at three-year intervals to a deserving first-year female law student.

Florida Chapter of the Americal Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Scholarship

Established in 1993, the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial lawyers Scholarship Fund provides a tuition scholarship to a first, second, or third year student on the basis of academic merit and a demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in family law.

Francisco R. & Georgina Angones Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established in 2010. It is to be awarded annually to law students based on need and demonstrated leadership and public service with preference given to students of Cuban-American descent.

Genovese Joblove & Battista, P.A. Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established in 2010. Scholarship shall be awarded, when possible, to a student or students in financial need with prior military experience.

George David Gold Scholarship

The George David Gold Scholarship was established in 1982 by relatives, friends, classmates, and associates in memory of George David Gold, class of 1968. This scholarship is awarded annually, on the basis of merit, to a third year student who has demonstrated interest and excellence in the field of criminal law and procedure.

George N. and Diana T. Leader Scholarship

The Leader Scholarship was established in 2007 by George N. Leader to provide scholarship dollars to students bassed soley on need.

Gerald Kogan Endowed Scholarship

The Judge Kogan scholarship supports the studies of law students who demonstrate the integrity, scholarship and devotion to public service characterized by the former Florida Supreme Court chief Justice's exemplary career in the law.

Gerard Ehrich Scholarship

This scholarship honors the memory of Gerard Ehrich, class of 1953. Established in 1992 by his family and friends, the scholarship provides partial tuition to a second or third year student who demonstrates academic merit and financial need and who has not received a significant prior scholarship award.

Henry Latimer Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established in March 2007. This scholarship is to be awarded to (JD or LLM) minority students who demonstrate merit and need. Preference may be given to students of African-American or Caribbean decent.

Honorable Barbara Levenson Scholarship

Established in 1986 by Robert K. Levenson in honor of his wife, Judge Barbara Levenson, class of 1986, this partial tuition scholarship is awarded annually to a mature female student in the Law School.

Honorable Theodore Klein

The Honorable Theodore Klein scholarship provides funding for a second or third year student that exhibits excellent oral and written advocacy. Demonstrate a commitment to public service and has financial need.

Hugh L. Wood Endowed Scholarship

Hugh L. Wood Jr., JD '94, was one of the founding partners of the firm, Quintaros, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.. This scholarship was established in memory and honor of his commitment to higher education.

Irving M. & Cecelia M. Hermann Law Scholarship

The Irving M. and Cecelia M. Herrmann Law Scholarship Fund was established in 1993 by Cecelia M. Herrmann to provide a deserving law student with a partial tuition scholarship

J. Donald and Agnes E. Shoecraft Law Scholarship

This scholarship was created by Agnes E. Shoecraft in 1961 to provide partial awards to deserving law students in their second or third years.

James L. Ferraro Scholarship

The James L. Ferraro Scholarship was established in 2008 and will be awarded in three year intervals to an incoming first year student (preferably of Italian-American descent) based on merit and financial need.

John F. Evans Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 1989 in memory of John F. Evans, criminal defense attorney, former deputy chief of the U.S. Justice Department's Miami Strike Force, and founding partner of the Miami law firm of Zuckerman, Spaeder, Taylor and Evans. It is awarded each year to a first-, second-, or third-year student who has expressed an interest in trial practice. This scholarship is awarded by the litigation skills department.

Joseph Isicoff, Ragatz & Koenigsberg Scholarship

Established in 2004, the Joseph Isicoff, Rabatz & Koenigsberg Scholarship Fund will be awarded to an academically qualified student. It is the Donors' preference that it be awarded to a student diagnosed with ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) or other learning disabilities.

Judge Eugene P. Spellman Scholarship

This fund was established in 1991 by the American Immigration Law Foundation; Law School professors Irwin Stotzky and Bruce Winick; attorneys Ira J. Kurzban and Robert E. Juceam; and the law firm of Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson in honor of U.S. District Court Judge Eugene P. Spellman. It provides partial tuition scholarships to first-, second-, or third-year students who are of Haitian origin and who demonstrate academic merit and financial need.

Judge Henry L. Balaban Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund

The Judge Henry L. Balaban Endowed Memorial Scholarship fund is awarded annually to a student who has demonstrated merit and financial need. This scholarship is renewable as long as these criteria are met.

Judy Proller Endowed Scholarship Fund

The Proller Endowed Scholarship was established in 2007 by Judy Proller. The scholarship will is based on merit and financial need and will be used to award a mature female with preference given to single mothers.

Kapila Family Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship awards will be based on financial need and merit (G.P.A. requirement) and the following criteria shall be considered as the Donor's preference: US citizen, member of a minority group, maintaining GPA requirements, demonstrated interest in pursuing the field of Bankruptcy Law. Awarded to up to 2 students per year at the rate of $2,500 per student per year, though one student may receive the entire $5,000. Could be renewed but not a requirement.

Kathryn D. Sowle Scholarship

The Kathryn D. Sowle Scholarship is open to both J.D. and LL.M. students. This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding student in Torts who would most benefit from the stipend. This is a one-time award.

Kenny, Nachwalter, P.A. Scholarship Fund

Established in 2004, the Kenny, Nachwalter, P.A. Scholarship will be awarded to an academically qualified second or third year student who has excelled academically, has demonstrated financial need and has expressed an interest in the litigation field.

Kluger, Kaplan, Silverman, Katzen & Levine PL Scholarship

The Miami law firm of Kluger Peretz Kaplan & Berlin provides for two annual awards. One goes to a meritorious entering student, who can retain the award throughout the three years of law school. The scholarship is awarded every third year. The other is awarded each year to a student who has excelled in three semesters of law study, does not already have a significant scholarship, and has an interest in litigation, bankruptcy, intellectual property or transactional law practice.

Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton Schoalrship

Established in 1995 by one of Miami's leading law firms, this scholarship is awarded each semester to a second year minority law student with an interest in trial advocacy.

Lawrence B. Rodgers-M. Minnette Massey Scholarship

The Lawrence B. Rodgers-M. Minnette Massey Scholarship was established in 1997, by Lawrence B. Rodgers, class of 1997, as a tribute to Professor M. Minette Massey, current member of the Law School faculty and former acting dean.

Leonore Carrero Nesbitt Scholarship for Public Service

Family and friends established this endowed scholarship in 2002 with the assistance of a leadership gift from the Coral Gables law firm Hanzman & Criden, P.A. Honoring the late Lenore Carrero Nesbitt (J.D. ‘57), U.S. District Judge for the Southern District of Florida, the scholarship is awarded annually to a law student who embodies the ideals of scholarship, professionalism, and public service to which Judge Nesbitt devoted her life.

Louis Phillips Scholarship

The Louis Phillips Scholarship Fund was established in 1992 through the generosity of the Bankruptcy Bar Association of the Southern District of Florida, which provides scholarships to second or third year students with demonstrated need, academic merit, and an interest in the bankruptcy field. The scholarship receives additional funds annually from proceeds of the Bankruptcy Skills Workshop, which is presented by the Bankruptcy Bar Association of the Southern District of Florida at the Law School each year.

Marco A. Vazquez Memorial Scholarship

Established in 1996 in memory of Marco A. Vazquez, a 1993 graduate of the School of Law , the Marco A. Vazquez Scholarship is awarded annually to an academically qualified third-year law student who has completed the Law School 's Litigation Skills Program and who has demonstrated financial need. Selection of the recipient is made in December each year; the award is credited toward the student's tuition for his/her final semester. Preference is given to Cuban-American students.

Mariano JD/MBA/LLM Scholarship

The Mariano Endowment Scholarship award was established in March 2011 due to the generous donor gift of Steven M. Mariano, CEO and Chairman of Patriot National Insurance Group. This gift was created to assist student who are pursuing three degrees -- a J.D., an LL.M. in taxation and an MBA -- in just four years. Deserving students are selected at the discretion of the Dean, upon recommendation of the Director of the Tax Program at the School of Law.

Mariel Melissa Saunderson (Smith) Spencer Scholarship

Established in memory of a member of the class of 1996, the scholarship is awarded to a second or third-year female J.D. student or female LL.M. student. Criteria include 3.0 or higher grade point average, an interest in practicing in the field of taxation, and financial need.

Marion E. Sibley Scholarship

The Marion E. Sibley Scholarship was established in 1986 by Mr. & Mrs. Cal Kovens in memory of Miami attorney Marion E. Sibley. It is awarded to a first, second or third year student who has demonstrated significant financial need, exceptional academic achievement, strength of character, and the potential for making a substantial contribution to the legal profession and society.

Mary T. Hennessy Scholarship

The Mary T. Hennessy Scholarship is awarded to a student who is pursuing a career in tax or corporate law, is performing well academically and exhibits potential for leadership and professional success.

Morris Law Fund Scholarship

The Morris Law Fund scholarship was established through a bequest from the estate of Arthur J. Morris, originator of the Morris Plan Consumer Banking and holder of an honorary doctor of law degree from the University of Miami Law School.

Nicole Kleban Scholarship

Established in 1999 in memory of Nicole Kleban, a member of the class of 2000, the scholarship is awarded each year to a female student entering her second year of law school.

Paul B. Anton Scholarship

Established in June 1982 with a gift from Maralyn A. Anton in memory of her husband, Paul B. Anton, class of 1952, this scholarship is awarded annually to a second or third year student who has financial need, a strong academic record, leadership ability, and the potential for making a substantial contribution to the legal profession.

Paul R. Gordon Scholarship

The Paul R. Gordon Scholarship, established in 1977 pursuant to a bequest from Paul R. Gordon, a retired New York attorney and prominent Miami Beach philanthropist and community leader, are awarded annually to deserving students on the basis of merit and need.

Paul, Landy, Beiley & Harper Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 1986 by the former law firm of Paul, Landy, Beiley & Harper, P.A. It is awarded to either a second- or third-year student who possesses an exemplary academic record, has demonstrated leadership ability and active community involvement, and intends to practice law in the South Florida area.

Philip E. Heckerling Scholarship Fund

This fund, established in 1987, honors the late Professor Philip E. Heckerling, long-time faculty member and director of the Law School's Institute on Estate Planning. It is awarded annually to the applicant with the highest grade point average who intends to enroll in the School's LL.M. program in estate planning. The applicant pool is restricted to currently enrolled J.D. students and Law School alumni who graduated within the last three years.

Podhurst, Orsek Scholarship

The Scholarship funds will be awarded each year to students based on their leadership potential and academic achievement. Preference will be given to students that have indicated an interest in trial work and have demonstrated need.

Priscilla Jewett Schneller Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established in 1996 as a result of a bequest by Priscilla Schneller. It is awarded annually to law students with physical disabilities or financial need. It is renewable as long as one of these criteria are met.

Rafael C. Benitez Scholarship Fund

Established by family and friends of the late Professor Rafael C. Benitez, this scholarship commemorates Benitez's vision for global education and his deep commitment to the education of foreign law students. At the Law School , Benitez founded the Comparative Law LL.M. program, the Inter-American Law LL.M. program, and the Lawyer of the Americas (now known as the Inter-American Law Review.) This scholarship is awarded to a graduate of a foreign law school who is enrolled in one of the Law School 's International and Foreign LL.M. Programs.

Rev. Tryfon and Presbytera Eleni Theophilopoulos Scholarship Fund

This scholarship was established in 2011. The recipient will be known as the Theophilopoulos Scholars. It is the Donor's intent that the selection of the students to receive this scholarship award will be made at the discretion of the Dean of the School of Law to current students who demonstrate financial need. It is the Donor's preference that the scholarship shall be given to students who are of Greek Orthodox descent or religion.

Richard A. Hausler Scholarship

The Richard A. Hausler Scholarship was established in 1995 by Gary Carman, class of 1974, in honor of the legendary Professor Richard A. Hausler. This partial tuition scholarship is awarded annually to a law student with an interest in contract law.

Robert H. Waters Memorial Scholarship Fund

This scholarship was established in 2002 to honor the late Professor Robert H. Waters, a faculty member for over 30 years and mentor to countless students. He founded The James Weldon Johnson Summer Institute, an enrichment program for minority students entering the Law School . In his honor, the Institute has been renamed The James Weldon Johnson/Robert H. Waters Summer Institute.

Shubin & Bass, P.A. Scholarship

This scholarship was created by Shubin & Bass, P.A. to provide scholarships to a deserving second or third year law student that excelled during his/her first year in law school.

Stearns Weaver/Shapiro Scholarship

This scholarship was established in the Spring of 2007 by Jay B. Shapiro. It is awarded annually to two law students. One from the rising second year class and the other from the rising third year class, based on merit and financial need.

Stephen Arky Scholarship

This memorial scholarship fund was established in 1985 by former law partners, family and friends of Stephen W. Arky. This scholarship is awarded at three-year intervals to a member of the entering class who possesses an outstanding academic record, leadership potential, and community awareness.

Tax Section of the Florida Bar J.D. Scholarship

This scholarship was established through the generosity of the Tax Section of the Florida Bar and is awarded annually to a second or third year J.D. student who has a strong academic record and a demonstrated interest in tax law.

Tax Section of the Florida Bar LL. M. Scholarship

Established through the generosity of the Tax Section of the Florida Bar, this award will be given to a student enrolled in the LL.M. graduate tax program. The recipient will be selected based on a combination of merit, need, and proven dedication to tax law.

Thomas E. and Dorothy Bartsche McDougall Scholarship

The Thomas E. and Dorothy Bartshe McDougall partial scholarships, established by Thomas E. McDougall in 1974, are awarded annually to deserving second and third year students on the basis of merit and need.

Wesley Alba Sturges Scholarship

The Wesley Alba Sturges Scholarship was established in 1962 by students, alumni, and friends in honor of Wesley Alba Sturges, a former dean of the School of Law, this partial scholarship is awarded annually to a deserving second- or third-year student on the basis of merit and need.

White & Case Scholarship

The Miami law firm of White & Case LLP donates $10,000.00 each year to University of Miami School of Law to be used for two $5,000.00 scholarships. One goes to a second year student and one to a third year student, whose academic averages place them in the top 10% of their respective classes.

Zarco, Einhorn, Salkowski & Brito, P.A. Scholarship

Established in 2008, the Zarco, Einhorn, Salkowski & Brito Scholarship provides educational funding based on academics and financial need. Student should have a passion for Small Business.

Zbar Memorial Scholarship

The Zbar Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1993 by a bequest from philanthropists Abe and Sadie Zbar in memory of their son, Allan Louis, who was the Chief Legal Officer at Lowry Air Force Base. It will provide partial tuition scholarships to students on the basis of financial need and academic merit.

Scholarships and Fellowships for Graduate Students

A limited number of scholarships and fellowships are available in the various graduate programs for students with financial need and strong academic records. For further information, interested applicants should write to the directors of the particular graduate programs to which they are seeking admission.

Rafael C. Benitez Scholarship Fund for Graduates of Foreign Law Schools

Established by family and friends of the late Professor Rafael C. Benitez, this scholarship commemorates Benitez's vision for global education and his deep commitment to the education of foreign law students. At the Law School, Benitez founded the Comparative Law LL.M. program, the Inter-American Law LL.M. program, and the Lawyer of the Americas (now known as the Inter-American Law Review.) This scholarship is awarded to a graduate of a foreign law school who is enrolled in one of the Law School's International and Foreign LL.M. Programs.

Philip E. Heckerling Scholarship Fund for the Estate Planning Program

Mel & Bonnie Morgenstern/Semet Lickstein, Morgenstern, Berger & Friend Annual Graduate Tax Program Scholarship

The Mel & Bonnie Morgenstern/ Semet, Lickstein, Morgenstern, Berger & Friend Annual Graduate Tax Program Scholarship provides partial tuition scholarships for students enrolled in the graduate program in taxation.