International firm Cooley hopes to replicate the success of its US efforts to promote greater diversity in the profession. The firm, which has an office in London, has set up a UK Diversity Fellowship programme, which will award up to £12,000 to assist with tuition and study expenses.
Applications, which must be received by 14 April 2021, are open to full-time university students who intend to study for qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales. In addition to being high academic achievers, successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their local communities or elsewhere.
You can find out more about the eligibility criteria and information about how to apply here.
