South Florida-based litigation firm Kluger, Kaplan, Silverman, Katzen & Levine P.L. continues its efforts to promote diversity in the legal sector by announcing the 2025 H.T. Smith Legal Studies Scholarship. Launched in 2021, the scholarship offers eligible law school students in Florida $15,000 in financial assistance, a summer clerkship in Kluger Kaplan’s Miami office, and an opportunity to work as an associate at Kluger Kaplan following graduation and passing the Florida Bar exam.
The H.T. Smith Legal Studies Scholarship recognizes academic excellence and a commitment to civic service by selecting applicants from diverse backgrounds who are entering their second year of law school and are involved in giving back to the Florida community. Eligible universities include the University of Miami, Florida International University, Nova Southeastern University, St. Thomas University, Florida State University, and the University of Florida.
Established in 2021, the scholarship honors H.T. Smith, a trailblazing figure in South Florida’s legal landscape who serves as Founding Director of the Trial Advocacy Program at Florida International University College of Law.
Applicants must provide the following materials to info@klugerkaplan.com with the subject line “H.T. Smith Legal Studies Scholarship.”
- Resume
- Current school transcript
- 500-word personal statement discussing who you are and why you are applying for a H.T. Smith Legal Studies Scholarship
The application deadline for the 2025-2026 academic year is July 1, 2025.
For any inquiries regarding the scholarship or application process, please contact Idays Guallar at iguallar@klugerkaplan.com.