LGBT Caucus Scholarship

Applications for the 2026 scholarship are due June 1.

To further its outreach, the LGBT Caucus has created a convention scholarship. This scholarship allows a trial lawyer member who supports the mission of AAJ and the LGBT community to attend AAJ's Annual Convention, as well as provide a travel stipend to offset attendance related costs.

AAJ's conventions are the best ways to connect AAJ trial lawyers plus offers unparalleled community, networking, and education.  The caucus is thrilled to offer this opportunity to attend.

Scholarship Criteria

This scholarship is open to any plaintiff attorney who:

• Is a current member of AAJ or is eligible/meets the criteria to become an AAJ member*;
• Has been practicing law for five years or less;
• Supports the missions of AAJ and the LGBT community;
• Shows a dedication to access to justice, the principles of the Constitution, and the advancement of individual rights; and
• Commits to attend the AAJ Annual Convention and caucus events at convention. 

Application Process

To submit your application, complete this online form and upload the following documents:

• Resume
• A cover letter addressing the scholarship criteria and any special considerations

Applications for the 2026 scholarship are due June 1.

 

Thank You to Our Donors

The LGBT Scholarship is possible through generous donations by AAJ members and firms.

Founding Firm Donors: Arias Sanguinetti Wang Torrijos LLP; Barrera Law Group LLC; Gibbs Law Group LLP; and Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law

Founding Individual Donors: Elizabeth Cabraser; Brenda S. Fulmer; Casey Johnson; Shenoa Payne; Bruce Plaxen; Stephen Skinner; Laura Yaeger; and Zachary Wool

* Membership criteria is available here. In the event the recipient is not yet an AAJ member, the scholarship will include one year of AAJ membership.