$1,000 Legal Advocacy for Personal Injury Victims Scholarship – Donaldson & Weston, West Palm Beach

Welcome to the Importance of Legal Advocacy for Personal Injury Victims Scholarship, presented by Donaldson & Weston’s West Palm Beach office. This $1,000 scholarship is dedicated to students who recognize the profound impact of legal representation in the lives of personal injury victims. We invite you to explore how advocacy can restore dignity, secure justice, and promote accountability in the legal system.

Essay Topic: The Importance of Legal Advocacy for Personal Injury Victims

Personal injury cases involve individuals who have suffered physically, emotionally, and financially due to the actions of others. Legal advocacy plays a critical role in helping victims navigate this arduous journey by:

• Ensuring Fair Compensation 
• Providing Support and Guidance 
• Advocating for Accountability 
• Upholding Legal Rights
  

In your 1,000-word essay, discuss the role of legal advocates in personal injury cases and highlight how their support can change the course of justice for victims. Support your argument with data, real-world examples, or personal insights.

Submission Guidelines

• Award Amount: $1,000 
• Essay Length: 1,000 words (PDF format). Essays that do not meet the word count will not be considered. 
• File Naming: 
  • Essay: FirstName_LastName_D&WWPB_Scholarship_2026.pdf 
  • Resume: FirstName_LastName_Resume.pdf 
  • Transcript: FirstName_LastName_Transcript.pdf 
  • Acceptance Letter (for high school applicants): FirstName_LastName_AcceptanceLetter.pdf
    

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). 
• Open to U.S. high school seniors (with proof of college acceptance) and current students enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, graduate, or community college program. 
• All documents must be submitted in PDF format and follow the naming conventions above.
  

How to Apply

To apply, submit your application and all your documents to help@donaldsonweston.com.

Required documents:

• Essay (PDF, 1,000 words) 
• Resume (with contact information) 
• Transcript 
• Acceptance letter (for high school students only)
  

Application Deadline

All application materials must be submitted by February 26, 2026.