Juvenile Justice Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Law Offices of Mark Sherman

Since his legal career began in 1998, Mark Sherman, a dedicated attorney, has been unwavering in his commitment to his clients and the pursuit of justice. He takes great pride in providing top-tier professional care to his clients. In line with this commitment, he has created the Juvenile Justice Scholarship to aid aspiring legal professionals.

Based in Stamford, Connecticut, The Law Offices of Mark Sherman is delighted to announce the continuation of the Juvenile Justice Scholarship for the year 2026. The scholarship, worth $1,000, will be awarded to a student who is passionate about working with young individuals who have been incarcerated. Our aim is to assist these students in creating new opportunities and fostering success within their communities. Applicants are encouraged to share their personal experiences of overcoming adversity and how they can empathize with juveniles striving to rebuild their lives post-incarceration.

We are excited to extend this scholarship opportunity for another year. For information about past recipients, please visit our winners page.

Eligibility Criteria

The scholarship is accessible to any U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident residing in any of the 50 states or the District of Columbia. As of Spring 2026, they must be enrolled in a vocational program or an accredited two- to four-year post-secondary institution. Current high school seniors, vocational students, and students at the college or graduate level are all eligible to apply.

Employees of The Law Offices of Mark Sherman, LLC, their immediate family members (parents, children, siblings, and spouses), or anyone living in the same household, irrespective of their relationship, are not eligible for this scholarship.

Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and must be in good academic standing.

Application Process

Applicants must complete the form below with all required details.

Applicants are required to submit an essay of 750-1,000 words in response to the following prompt: In 500-1000 words, outline a rehabilitative program you would create to support our youth and decrease incarceration periods. The program should aim to lower juvenile recidivism rates by creating and promoting opportunities for youth in your community.

Please be aware that all essays will be scrutinized for AI writing. If AI writing is detected, the application will be disqualified.

Applicants must provide a professional resume detailing their academic and professional experiences.

Applicants must also submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school and the most recent official transcript from their previous school. High school students may submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.

Preference will be given to students who are either from or attending secondary school in the state.

The recipient of the 2026 Juvenile Justice Scholarship will be selected in the month following the scholarship deadline.

For any queries related to the scholarship, please use the contact form provided. Please note that we cannot respond to scholarship inquiries via phone, email, or any other contact forms on this website.