The Shook Scholars Institute is an innovative inclusion-focused development program concentrated on litigation and trial skills, leadership and career success competencies.
At Shook, inclusion is about creating a space where everyone belongs. We recognize that the varied perspectives and experiences found in an inclusive workplace create a broader, richer environment, and produce innovative solutions for our clients. The Shook Scholars Institute gives law students the rare opportunity to learn from a litigation and trial powerhouse in an interactive, small-group setting led by Shook's attorneys. It provides critical development skills while introducing students to valuable relationships and networks. Participating law students will experience a trial practice program, sessions on lawyering skills, leadership, success strategies and networking opportunities.
The application process requires a completed online application, resume, law school transcript, signing up for a brief interview, and a one-page essay explaining how you demonstrate achievement of the Shook Scholars Institute selection criteria and how your personal, academic, and/or professional background and experiences will allow you to offer a diverse perspective to our team and the clients we serve.
A selection panel will evaluate all applications, considering the factors below:
- Demonstrated academic performance and leadership achievements.
- Significant personal achievements and strong community involvement.
- Sincere interest in practicing at a top civil litigation firm.
The application process is open to all first-year law students enrolled full-time and in good standing at an ABA accredited law school.
The Shook Scholars flyer includes additional information about the program and application process.