Application Opens February 1st

Our Co-founders, Swannie & Rachel Batista’s late father Ricardo was, an excellent entrepreneur. To continue his legacy and honor him they created this scholarship in his name.

At Paralegals for the Community, LLC., we are dedicated in helping students advance their full range of knowledge and education through a Paralegal or Legal Studies program.

Application Deadline is April 15th

Criteria

1. New York or New Jersey Resident.
2. U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or DACA recipient.
3. Be enrolled in an Accredited Paralegal or Legal Studies program at least part-time.

Requirements

1. Recommendation letter from a Professor (past or current)
2. Have at least a 3.0 GPA.
3. Be eligible to receive financial aid.
4. Essay must be 250 words and answer 3/5 of our question prompts on our website.

Application Details

Applicant must submit a 250 word essay answering at least three of the five questions.

1. What made you select Paralegal or Legal Studies as a major?
2. How will your major contribute to your immediate or long-range career plans?
3. From a financial standpoint, what impact would this scholarship have if you are awarded?
4. What are your future goals post-completion of the program you are enrolled in?
5. What skills do you possess that would be an asset to the legal industry?

Please submit your application, and essay to be considered to info@paralegalsftc.com.

5 students will be awarded.