Russell Alexander Law Scholarship

About the Scholarship

The recipient of the Russell Alexander Law Scholarship will be awarded up to $2,000 to go directly toward their post-secondary tuition, along with a $500 bonus to help cover school-related expenses of their choice such as technology, textbooks, or other supplies.

Since 2017, Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers has awarded this annual scholarship to help ease the financial burden of legal education and support the next generation of legal professionals in Canada. Learn more about our past recipients.

Applicant Criteria

The Russell Alexander Law Scholarship is open to Canadian citizens currently enrolling in a Canadian college or university. Applicants must have a minimum average of 80% and demonstrate a general interest in studying and pursuing a career in the legal field.

Scholarship Application Form

Application deadline: June 30th, 2025

Scholarship Application Form

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Highest level of education
Anticipated to be achieved by Summer semester
GPA:*
ie. 80%
School transcript:*
Max. file size: 50 MB.
Special honours / awards:
Extracurricular / leadership activities:
Institute of enrolment:*
Program of enrolment:*
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High school graduation date:
ie. Summer of 2022
Resume:*
Max. file size: 50 MB.
Essay Question:*
Select ONE topic to answer in your essay response.
- The Future of Family Law: Family law is constantly evolving to reflect societal changes, including shifts in marriage trends, cohabitation, and parenting structures. What do you think is the most significant challenge facing family law today, and how should legal professionals address it?
- The Role of Collaborative Law in Family Disputes: Collaborative family law focuses on resolving disputes amicably rather than through litigation. Do you believe this approach is preferable to traditional court proceedings? Why or why not? Provide examples to support your argument.
Essay Response:*
Paste your essay response to the selected question of your choice. Maximum of 1,000 words.
How did you find out about this scholarship?
Recommendation letter:
Max. file size: 50 MB.
Acknowledgement*
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- I grant permission to Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers to send future marketing materials.
- I agree to have my name, visual, and audible identity used in marketing material, without compensation, notification, or specific permissions, to promote the Russell Alexander Law Scholarship including, but not limited to, the firm’s websites and social media.

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