Lamber-Goodnow Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by Lamber, Goodnow, Fennemore, Craig Law

About Lamber Goodnow Scholarships

Lamber Goodnow offers academic scholarships as part of its commitment to community safety and long-term public education. The firm, in partnership with Fennemore (est. 1885), supports students nationwide across multiple fields, including medicine, law, nursing, and rehabilitation. These awards reflect the firm’s emphasis on advocacy, innovation, and service-driven careers. The scholarships are intended to offset education costs and encourage candidates who demonstrate leadership and compassion.

• Nationwide scholarships across multiple disciplines
• Focused on innovation, advocacy, and public service
• Administered by Lamber Goodnow in partnership with Fennemore

Application & Selection

All scholarship applications are reviewed through a lottery process to ensure impartial selection among eligible applicants. Applicants must submit all required materials in PDF format; incomplete or non-PDF submissions may be excluded. Specific deadlines and additional documentary requirements are provided on the program’s application page and must be observed by applicants. The selection process is administrative rather than merit-ranked, so meeting eligibility and submission requirements is essential.

Selection Process: Scholarships are awarded via a lottery review among qualifying applicants.

Submission Format: All application documents must be submitted in PDF format.

• Lottery-based review — not ranked by committee
• Strict PDF-only submission requirement
• Follow posted application deadlines and instructions

Available Scholarships

The program offers a set of targeted awards: two college scholarships and several single awards for nursing, law, medicine, and physical/occupational therapy, plus summer-specific scholarships. Each award is $1,000 and is intended to support education-related expenses. Applicants must meet the stated eligibility criteria for each category and submit an essay according to the specified prompt and word count. Summer awards follow the same eligibility and essay requirements as their standard counterparts.

• Multiple awards across six categories, each valued at $1,000
• Category-specific eligibility and essay prompts apply
• Summer awards mirror standard program requirements

College Scholarship — Two awards

Description: Supports innovative and creative thinkers who plan to influence positive change.

Award Value: Two awards of $1,000 each to assist with education expenses.

Eligibility: Minimum 3.5 GPA; must be enrolled in an accredited high school or college.

Essay Submission: 500–750 words: Describe how you are driven to innovate or affect positive change.

Nursing Scholarship — One award

Description: Intended for a driven and compassionate future nurse to help offset educational costs.

Award Value: One award of $1,000 for education expenses.

Eligibility: Minimum 3.5 GPA; currently enrolled in or applying to a nursing program.

Essay Submission: 500–750 words: Explain why you want to pursue a nursing degree and enter the profession.

Law School Scholarship — One award

Description: Supports qualified individuals entering the legal profession with a focus on advocacy and justice.

Award Value: One award of $1,000 for education expenses.

Eligibility: Minimum 3.5 GPA; currently enrolled in or applying to law school.

Essay Submission: 500–750 words: Explain what motivates you and why you want to pursue a law degree.

Medical School Scholarship — One award

Description: Awarded to future physicians who demonstrate compassion and a commitment to patient care.

Award Value: One award of $1,000 for education expenses.

Eligibility: Minimum 3.5 GPA; enrolled in or applying to medical school.

Essay Submission: 500–750 words: Describe what drives you to pursue a medical degree and become a practitioner.

PT/OT Scholarship — One award

Description: For future physical or occupational therapists who combine technical skill with patient motivation.

Award Value: One award of $1,000 for education expenses.

Eligibility: Minimum 3.5 GPA; enrolled in or applying to a PT or OT program.

Essay Submission: 500–750 words: Explain your passion for health care and what drives your career as a therapist.

Summer Scholarship Programs — Two awards

Description: Summer programs include one college award and one law award to assist students during summer study or internships.

Award Value: Two awards of $1,000 each: one for undergraduate college students and one for law students.

Eligibility: Eligibility and essay requirements follow the standard program criteria for the corresponding category.

Essay Submission: Follow the same 500–750 word prompts and guidelines as the standard scholarships for each category.