The $10,000 Mark T. Banner Scholarship is part of The Richard Linn American Inn of Court’s commitment to fostering the development of intellectual property lawyers of high ethics, civility and professionalism, and including those from diverse backgrounds.
The recipient of the scholarship receives $10,000 to be applied to their legal education. This scholarship is available to law students who have entered into a JD program at an ABA-accredited law school in the United States and who will continue in that program through at least the Fall 2026 semester. Scholarship recipients are selected by the Mark T. Banner Scholarship review board based on the following criteria:
Demonstrated Commitment to a Career in Intellectual Property Law: Applicants must show a clear and sustained interest in pursuing a career in intellectual property law.
Ethics, Civility, and Professionalism: Exemplary qualities and actions reflecting integrity and respect in both personal and professional conduct.
Academic Achievement: Strong academic performance in undergraduate, graduate, and law school studies.
Exceptional Communication Skills: Written and oral communication abilities, including evaluation through a video interview for finalists.
Leadership and Community Engagement: Demonstrated leadership skills and active participation in initiatives that contribute positively to the community.
Resilience and Overcoming Adversity: The ability to illustrate personal resilience through overcoming significant challenges or hardships, which could include, but are not limited to, socio-economic disadvantages, first-generation educational attainment, familial or personal hardships, or other compelling circumstances.
Applications need to be submitted by December 6, 2025. The application is available on the Linn Inn of Court’s website at https://www.linninn.org/Pages/scholarship.shtml
The Mark T. Banner Scholarship Review Board