Scholarship

Estate Planning Essentials: Avoiding Probate Pitfalls Scholarship.

At Alden Law Firm, we are thrilled to offer a $1,000 scholarship to support students who understand the importance of estate planning and wish to share their insights on avoiding probate pitfalls.

Estate planning is not just for the wealthy; it is a crucial aspect of financial management for individuals at every stage of life. By taking proactive steps to plan for the distribution of assets and the management of affairs in the event of incapacity, individuals can provide peace of mind for themselves and their families. In addition, probate can often be a lengthy and costly process.

In your essay, we encourage you to discuss strategies such as trusts, joint ownership, and beneficiary designations. Explore how these techniques can streamline the transfer of assets, protect privacy, and potentially reduce estate taxes. Share examples to illustrate the effectiveness of these strategies in real-life scenarios.

Scholarship details:

Scholarship Award: $1,000.
Essay Length: 750 words.
Essay Topic: Estate Planning Essentials: Avoiding Probate Pitfalls Scholarship.

Application requirements and eligibility:

Candidates must have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Candidates must be enrolled or about to enroll in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program, or community college in the United States.
High school students may apply if accepted to an accredited college or university.
The winner will be notified by email.
Resume including contact details.
Academic transcript that includes cumulative GPA.
Original essay on the provided topic.

Application Deadline:

February 20, 2025

Submission:

Please submit your application along with all required documents via email to: gs@aldenlawfirm.com

Announcement:

The scholarship winner will be announced on our website and contacted directly via email.

As a beacon of legal expertise and a champion of education, our firm is committed to empowering future leaders like you to shape a world where justice and knowledge prevail.

Best of luck to all applicants!