Cahill 2L Diversity Fellowship
As part of Cahill’s deep commitment to diversity, we are pleased to offer a 2L Diversity Fellowship, which is open to law students who have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the legal profession and their communities more broadly.
At Cahill, we are proud of our inclusive environment where attorneys of varying backgrounds and diverse perspectives are valued and celebrated.
FELLOWSHIP
The fellowship is in addition to a 10 week 2L Summer Associate internship. The 2L Diversity Fellowship recipient will be awarded $50,000 paid in the following installments:
- $15,000 upon joining our 2026 summer program;
- $15,000 upon starting with the Firm as a first-year associate;
- $10,000 at the completion of the first year of practice at Cahill; and
- $10,000 at the completion of the second year of practice with the Firm.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled at an ABA-accredited law school with an expected graduation date of spring 2027.
- Not be the recipient of a similar scholarship award from another law firm.
- Be a U.S. citizen or otherwise authorized to work in the United States.
- Have demonstrated leadership ability, excellent writing and interpersonal skills, and stellar academic achievement.
SUBMISSION
Your 2L Diversity Fellowship application should include:
- Resume;
- Law School Transcript; and
- A personal statement (limited to 500 words) discussing your commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the legal profession and your community more broadly, or obstacles you have overcome in pursuing your personal or professional goals.
Our application process for 2026 is now open. All applications can be submitted here.
If you have any questions regarding Cahill’s 2L Diversity Fellowship, please reach out to:
Cindy Hasson
Director of Legal Recruiting
chasson@cahill.com
