Lane Powell PC has more than 135 years of commitment to the community. This commitment is reflected in Lane Powell\u2019s hiring and promotion of women and individuals from diverse backgrounds. As part of this commitment to diversity, the firm has created the George V. Powell Diversity Scholarship. The George V. Powell Scholar will be a 2013 summer associate in the firm\u2019s Seattle or Portland office and receive a $7,500.00 scholarship toward tuition and expenses during the student\u2019s third year of law school.<\/p>\n
Academic Requirements and Selection Criteria<\/span>:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n The firm is seeking candidates who will contribute meaningfully to the diversity of the legal community and who have a demonstrated desire to work, live, and eventually practice law in Seattle or Portland. The candidates\u2019 academic achievements and record of leadership abilities, community service, and involvement in community issues will be taken into consideration. Candidates must be second year students in good standing at an ABA accredited law school. Candidates in four year joint degree programs will be considered after their third year.<\/p>\n Application Procedures and Materials<\/span>:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n To apply to the George V. Powell Diversity Scholarship, please provide the following materials: cover letter including a statement indicating eligibility to participate in the Program, resume, current copy of law school transcript, legal writing sample, list of two or three professional or academic references.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Application materials should be mailed or emailed to<\/span>:<\/strong><\/p>\nLen Roden, Manager of Attorney Recruiting<\/address>\nLane Powell PC<\/address>\n1420 Fifth Avenue, Suite 4100<\/address>\nSeattle,WA 98101-2338<\/address>\nEmail address: rodenl@lanepowell.com<\/address>\nPhone: 206-223-6123\u00a0<\/strong><\/address>\n