The Woron & Dhillon Beacon of Justice Scholarship

The personal injury attorneys at Woron and Dhillon, LLC, based in Columbia, SC, are committed to helping injury victims secure the care and compensation they deserve. Our legal team has handed thousands of cases and built a reputation for in-depth legal knowledge and the experience necessary to advocate effectively for clients.

Aside from our effective legal representation, we are known for offering accessible service and compassionate support. When you entrust us with your case, you get direct access to our attorneys who will guide you through each step of your case.

It is this same dedication to client care that motivates us to sponsor The Beacon of Justice Scholarship.

Believing in the transformative power of education, we wish to support students aiming for a career helping others, particularly those interested in pursuing law. The Woron & Dhillon Beacon of Justice Scholarship offers a $1000 reward, given annually to a selected winner from a pool of essays submitted by applicants.

Essay Questions

• Describe a personal experience or event that inspired your interest in pursuing a career focused on helping others. How did this experience shape your values and your educational or career aspirations?

• The legal profession can be a powerful tool for advocating for justice and supporting underserved communities. Discuss a legal issue or societal challenge that you are passionate about, and explain how you would use your future career to address or solve this problem.

• Woron & Dhillon, LLC, believes in the importance of accessible service and compassionate support. Share a time when you provided meaningful support or assistance to someone in need. What did you learn from this experience, and how does it align with your professional goals?

Eligibility Criteria

• The Woron & Dhillon Beacon of Justice Scholarship is open to students from all accredited U.S. undergraduate, graduate, or professional programs.
• High school seniors, GED holders, and community college students who are enrolled in or accepted into an accredited program are eligible.
• Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to improving the lives of others, as evidenced in their essay.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required for application.
• All applicants should be in good academic standing.

Submission Guidelines

Materials to be submitted include:

1. A current resume in PDF format

2. An essay answering the above questions (not less than 1000 words nor more than 1500 words)

3. A current, unofficial transcript

Submission Deadline

All application materials must be submitted by Jan 15th, 2025

Award Announcement

The recipient will be announced in Feb 2025

Application Instructions

Scholarship applicants must submit all application materials by email to [email protected]

Please do not contact the office by phone. All queries should be directed to the above email.