Keith B. French
Law Commitment to Justice Scholarship

Keith B. French Law, PLLC is a boutique law firm with the knowledge and experience of a large corporate entity. Our mission is to provide astute, tailored, and superior legal counsel to hardworking individuals, families, and small businesses who deserve world-class representation.

Founded by Keith B. French Jr., our firm stands at the pinnacle of quality legal representation. As a former Assistant United States Attorney, federal law clerk, and an experienced commercial litigation and white-collar criminal defense attorney, Mr. French embodies the essence of a top-tier lawyer. After years of representing Fortune 500 companies and the federal government, he founded this firm to bring that elite-level legal service to everyday Americans.

We pride ourselves on our unique company culture of S.E.R.V.I.C.E. This acronym encapsulates our core principles:

Synergy

We combine unique skill sets to devise innovative and effective solutions.

Empathy

We harness the collective experiences of our team and clients to achieve positive results.

Respect

We maintain a deep respect for our clients, which is foundational to our work.

Value

We strive to deliver distinctive value to our clients.

Inclusion

We foster an inclusive environment, crucial to serving our diverse client base and communities.

Community

We commit to making a lasting impact in our communities through pro-bono services and philanthropy.

Excellence

We aim to provide excellent service at all times.

This same commitment to S.E.R.V.I.C.E. has inspired our Commitment to Justice Scholarship. It is a manifestation of our dedication to foster the growth of future legal minds committed to the principles we hold dear. We invite you to apply and join us in our relentless pursuit of justice.

Eligibility Criteria

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, graduate, or professional program in the United States. This includes accredited community college students as well as high school seniors and students who possess a GED who have been accepted to or are enrolled in an accredited program.
• Dedicated to the pursuit of justice, and be able to demonstrate this commitment in their essay.
• Must be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 or above.

Essay Prompt & Questions

Respond to the following questions in an essay of 1,000 words or less:

1. Reflecting on our firm’s acronym S.E.R.V.I.C.E (Synergy, Empathy, Respect, Value, Inclusion, Community, Excellence), describe a situation in your life or academic career where you actively embodied one or more of these principles. How did this experience shape your perspective on the role of law in society and your own aspirations within the field of law?
2. Legal professionals often have the opportunity to create substantial impacts in their communities. If you were awarded this scholarship, how would you use your legal education to contribute positively to your community, and how would this align with the principles of S.E.R.V.I.C.E?

Application Materials

• Updated resume
• Essay – 1,000 words maximum. See essay questions above.
• Current unofficial transcript
• Submission Deadline: Friday, May 31st, 2024
  • All application materials must be submitted by this date

Award Announcement: July 2024

Scholarship Amount: $1,000

Application Instructions

Scholarship applicants must submit all application materials by email to: scholarship@keithfrenchlaw.com 

Please do not call the office with questions.