Dinsmore HBCU Scholars Program

Overview

Dinsmore HBCU Scholars Program offers first-year law students from HBCU law schools or those who earned an HBCU undergraduate or graduate degree an opportunity to participate in Dinsmore’s 10‑week summer associate program.

Dinsmore values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, the legal profession, and the communities where we work and live. We believe in creating an environment where everyone has equitable access to the best the firm has to offer.

• $10,000 scholarship awarded to the recipient.
• Participation in the 10‑week summer associate program at one of our offices:
  Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, OH;
  Indianapolis, IN;
  Lexington or Louisville, KY;
  Los Angeles or San Diego, CA;
  Orlando, Miami, Tampa, FL;
  Pittsburgh, PA;
  Charleston or Morgantown, WV; or Washington, DC.
• Opportunity to return for a second summer and to join as a first‑year associate with Dinsmore following graduation.

• First‑year law student currently enrolled at one of the six HBCU law schools.
• OR first‑year law student who earned an undergraduate or graduate degree from an HBCU.
• Must apply by January 30, 2026
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Interested students should submit application materials at their earliest convenience. The application is available by clicking here. Direct inquiries and applications may be sent to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, at dinsmore