Diversity Fellowship - Summer 2027 Law Clerk (2L Students Eligible to Apply)

Our firm is committed to creative solutions and unique ideas from a variety of people who reflect our richly diverse community. We are proud to offer fellowships to first-year law students from diverse circumstances and backgrounds.

About the Fellowship

• $5,000 academic scholarship
• Paid summer associate position in one of our offices: Newport Beach, Woodland Hills, Las Vegas, San Diego, or Walnut Creek
• Goal of forging a path to employment

Eligibility

• Available to second-year law students enrolled in an accredited law school
• Applications evaluated based on scholarship (grades), writing, and community involvement/meaningful contributions to diversity programs at law school
• Finalists will participate in an interview with a selection committee

Application period: August 15 – September 15 each year. Decisions by October 15 for the following summer’s fellowships.

Requirements

Submit a combined PDF containing all of the following:

• Typed personal statement (1,500-word maximum)
• Resume
• Current transcripts (unofficial acceptable)
• Most recent financial aid award letter
• Two letters of recommendation and/or references

Application Information

• Personal info: name, address, phone number, email address
• Undergraduate educational info: school, major, degree/year, cumulative GPA, class rank, honors/awards, extracurricular activities
• Law school educational info: school, date of graduation, cumulative GPA, class rank, honors
• Legal career plans and any employment offers
• Community involvement/contributions to diversity groups in law school and/or over the last four years
• Additional information (optional)

Personal Statement Prompt

Please tell us about yourself and the experiences which led you to pursue a career in the legal profession and to apply for this fellowship in particular.

Bremer Whyte Definition of Diversity

Our definition of diversity is expansive and based on an individual's experience. Diversity can stem from race, gender, ethnicity, or social, faith, spirituality, religious, or socioeconomic background. It can also include military experience or a disability. We consider those who are underrepresented or perceived to be underrepresented within the law school community or legal profession. We invite any person who feels diverse in these ways or others to apply and share your story with us.

We welcome applications from all eligible applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, disability status, or any other identity.