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Deadline: October 11, 2019
Gerber & Holder Attorneys At Law, a top-rated Atlanta workers’ compensation law firm, is proud to support students of all ages and background in their pursuit of higher education. We offer this privately funded scholarship to help create opportunity for the next generation of Americans and because we know every little bit helps!
2019 Scholarship Essay Question
To enter our scholarship essay competition, answer the following question in 300-500 words:
What changes would you make to the workers’ compensation system to make it more equitable for injured workers?
Eligibility Requirements
- You must be a U.S. resident or resident alien who is registered at a U.S. college or university.
- Essays must be unique (not submitted elsewhere) and written by the scholarship application signator.
- Applicants must read, understand, sign and return to us the (PDF) Scholarship Essay Contest Application & Rules along with your submission.
- Only one submission per student will be considered.
- Students must be actively enrolled at the university with a valid student ID number and currently enrolled in classes in order to be eligible.
How to Apply for Our Scholarship
Submit your application and essay by email by the deadline noted above.
Scholarship Selection Process
Our judges will examine all entries received by the deadline above. A winner will be selected up to 6 weeks after the submission deadline. One winner will be awarded the scholarship amount, and notable entries may also be published on the Gerber & Holder website.
Ownership of Entries
All scholarship entries submitted to Gerber Holder Law, along with all copyright, trademark and other proprietary rights associated with the submission, become the property of GerberHolderLaw.com. By submitting an entry and the signed application form, you acknowledge that Gerber Holder Law will own all rights to publish and promote the content. All entrants also agree that they consent to the use of their name, the school or university they attend, and the use of their likeness (as in a photograph) and prize information.
Good luck, and we look forward to your submissions!
Get to Know Attorney Ben Gerber
In addition to representing my clients to the best of my abilities, I’m passionate about helping students succeed in their pursuit of higher education, regardless of age or background. By privately funding this scholarship program, I hope to remove some of the stress and financial burdens students face these days. Whether you’re a tired law school student or just starting your undergrad studies, I wish you the best and urge you to keep focusing on your academic success. It’ll pay off in the end!
Benjamin Gerber is a widely respected Atlanta attorney, specializing in workers’ compensation litigation for Georgia workers who suffer back and neck injuries, catastrophic injuries and other common workplace accidents. He graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. He went on to earn his Juris Doctor degree from George Washington University Law School. During law school, he first began helping individuals stand up to major corporations by working at the Consumer Affairs Clinic. He also had legal internships at the Department of Justice and the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. Read Bio
