Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Pre-Law Scholarship
In furtherance of our commitment to diversity, equity and
inclusion in the legal profession, Wiley is pleased to announce the
Pre-Law Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion scholarship for 2022. The
scholarship provides a Project Assistant position with the
firm’s paralegal program, reimbursement for LSAT preparation
and exam costs (up to $2,500) and a $10,000 scholarship award that
can be used to support costs associated with enrollment in a JD
program.
The Project Assistant position is an entry-level position within
the firm’s paralegal program, which confers a significant
advantage for those who are pursuing a law degree. Project
Assistant roles are designed to provide individuals interested in
law school with practical, hands-on work experience prior to
enrolling in a JD program. Project Assistants work with firm
attorneys on client-billable matters, including preparing legal
documents, performing research, and supporting the organization and
management of cases. The recipient of the award must remain
employed by Wiley in the Legal Support program for a minimum of two
(2) years.
Eligible scholarship recipients include those individuals who
are members of a historically underrepresented group in the legal
profession – including college graduates who are members of a
racial and/or ethnic minority, are differently-abled, or are from
disadvantaged socioeconomic backgrounds – and who have
demonstrated academic, leadership, and/or professional
accomplishments and a commitment to Diversity, Equity and
Inclusion. As part of the application process, applicants must
submit a short personal statement that addresses their interest in
a legal career and how they have advanced diversity and inclusion
goals within their college and/or community.
To be considered for this scholarship, candidates must also submit
an application for a Project Assistant position. Applications will
be considered on a rolling basis.
The attached flyer provides additional details about the scholarship and our Project Assistant (Paralegal) program. Job descriptions for the Project Assistant positions are also attached.
Links to Apply:
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Pre-Law Scholarship
- Project Assistant (General)
- Project Assistant (International Trade)
*Wiley is committed to the continued health and safety of all
members of the firm and requires all members to be fully vaccinated
against COVID-19. Therefore, all newly hired personnel must be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by their start date. Proof of
vaccination will be required. Wiley will provide reasonable
accommodation(s) based on approved medical or religious
accommodation requests.
**Wiley is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to the achievement of excellence, diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
***This Organization Participates in E-Verify. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9