JBAM Law Student Scholarships

This year, the Jewish Bar Association of Michigan (JBAM) is pleased to announce that it will award a $1,500.00 scholarship to a law student who exemplifies the character and values of the late Charles J. Cohen.

Background

A Michigander at heart, Charles J. Cohen attended Detroit College of Law and was admitted to the Michigan Bar in 1977. He was a staunch advocate for his clients until his untimely passing in 2017. An avid supporter of the Jewish Bar Association of Michigan “JBAM” and the Jewish community, Charles, J. Cohen continually stressed the importance of legal education. He would often teach that no matter how long you are in practice, you never stop learning. Legal education starts with attending law school. It was only fitting that JBAM chose to honor the life and legacy of Charles J. Cohen by naming its educational scholarship in his name.

Requirement Criteria of the Scholarship. Scholarship applicants must be:

  1. Enrolled full or part-time at a Michigan Law school;

  2. A 2L at the time of application submission;

  3. In good academic and administrative standing; with a minimum of a 3.00 GPA;

  4. Committed to practicing law in Michigan; and

  5. Able to demonstrate a history of involvement within the Jewish community, the law school community and the legal community at-large.

Each Applicant Must Submit:

  1. A detailed letter of interest explaining how they meet award criteria, and any relevant connections and commitments to the State of Michigan;

  2. A resume;

  3. An official law school transcript; and

  4. Letters of recommendation (no more than 2) as part of their application.

Application Process:

  1. Applications are due to Andrew Cohen, andrew@theclo.com by March 1, 2024. Note: Application materials must be submitted in a single pdf packet and in the order listed in the preceding section;

  2. The 2021/2022 JBAM Scholarship Selection Committee will review nominations by March 15, 2024;

  3. The awards will be made by March 22, 2024 and announced publicly by April 5, 2024;

  4. A reception honoring the scholarship recipient will be held at JBAM’s spring event. Time and date to be announced.