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Scholarships

McKinley Irvin is proud to support law students interested in pursuing the study of family law. We currently offer three scholarship opportunities for Seattle University Law School students.

Rita Irvin, Founder & CEO explains why we offer these scholarship opportunities:

undefined“Family law is an area of practice that touches on many other areas of law. We also work directly with people on matters that deeply affect their lives. Thus, it takes a special kind of attorney to be a leader in family law—knowledgeable, empathetic, and tenacious. We are excited to support students who have that aptitude.”

McKinley Irvin Scholarship In Family Law

A $5,000 scholarship is awarded annually to one 2L, 3L, or 4L student attending Seattle University School of Law. Interested students should submit a statement in their scholarship application demonstrating an interest in family law.

For more information or to apply:

  • Visit the Seattle University website for details.
  • The application deadline is typically in April. Contact the Associate Dean for Student Affairs for more information.

McKinley Irvin Diversity Scholarship in Family Law (BLSA)

A $5,000 scholarship is awarded annually to one 2L, 3L, or 4L student attending Seattle University School of Law and who is involved as a member of the Black Law Student Association (BLSA) at Seattle University. Preference will be given to students with a keen interest in the area of family law and with intentions to practice in this area of law.

For more information or to apply:

  • Visit the Seattle University website for details.
  • The application deadline is typically in April. Contact the Associate Dean for Student Affairs for more information.

McKinley Irvin Diversity Scholarship In Family Law (LLSA)

A $5,000 scholarship is awarded annually to one 2L, 3L, or 4L student attending Seattle University School of Law and who is involved as a member of the ­­Latinx Law Student Association (LLSA) at Seattle University. Preference will be given to students with a keen interest in the area of family law and with intentions to practice in this area of law.

For more information or to apply:

  • Visit the Seattle University website for details.
  • The application deadline is typically in April. Contact the Associate Dean for Student Affairs for more information.



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