The Buckfire Law Scholarship Committee is currently accepting applications for the 2026 Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. Paralegal Scholarship.
The scholarship was created in 2018 as part of Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C.’s commitment to helping aspiring paralegals who are in need of financial assistance achieve their academic and professional dreams.
In order to be considered for the scholarship, the student must be enrolled in any paralegal education program for the 2025 winter, or 2026 spring, summer or fall semester of classes.
The scholarship will award $1,000 to one student selected by our scholarship selection committee.
Paralegal Scholarship Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Applicant is a U.S. citizen currently attending a paralegal education program within the United States.
- Applicant must have completed at least one semester of classes at a paralegal education program.
Paralegal Scholarship Application Requirements
In order to apply for the Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. 2026 Paralegal Scholarship Program, an applicant must submit the following items on or before Oct. 1, 2026:
- A completed scholarship application form. (Located at the bottom of page)
- A 500-750 word typed essay, describing your educational career and goals. Explain how you plan to achieve these goals and any adversity that you may face on your journey to success.
- A certified, official copy of paralegal school transcript.
2025 Paralegal Scholarship Winner: Crystal Jacobs, Tarrant County College
Jacobs is currently enrolled in Tarrant County College’s Paralegal Studies Program.
By the time Jacobs turned 12, both her parents were incarcerated, and she spent her youth moving between relatives before settling with her sister. She took a break from school and welcomed her first child, before returning to graduate and pursue a degree in Paralegal Studies.
Jacobs’ goal is to work with organizations dedicated to criminal justice reform. She aims to advocate for children and families affected by incarceration, like her own, and help others avoid the hardships she endured.
Past Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. Paralegal Scholarship Winners
- 2025 Winner: Crystal Jacobs, Tarrant County College
- 2024 Winner: Taylor Claiborne, Ann Arundel Community College
- 2023 Winner: Victoria Russell, Louisiana State University
- 2022 Winner: Rebecca Phillips, UC Santa Barbara
- 2021 Winner: Sarah Hayden, Central Piedmont Community College
- 2020 Winner: Grace Collins, Johnson County Community College
- 2019 Winner: Brenda Buenrostro Peterson, San Francisco State University
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