Institutional Law Scholarships | Touro Law Long Island, NY

Touro Law Center strives to foster a student-centered academic environment where students are afforded the opportunity to achieve their academic and professional goals through open access to faculty, administrators, alumni, local area judges, and attorneys.

The Administration recognizes the burdens associated with the cost of legal education. In addition to these scholarships, students may also apply for summer fellowships and federal work study program.

The following scholarship and grant opportunities are available to upper-class students. 

Achievement scholarships may be awarded to upper-level students at the end of two or three academic semesters (as determined by the division students are in) and vary based on full- or part-time division. There is no application process for these scholarships as they are fully discretionary and may be awarded to students based on a multitude of factors as determined by the Law Center. The amount of achievement awards will be evaluated by the Law Center, in its sole and absolute discretion, based on the student’s GPA, current scholarship awards and the availability of scholarship funds. Students will be able to apply one-half of the award in the fall semester and one-half of the award in the spring semester. Achievement awards are not applicable for intersession or summer session and no more than 50% of an annual award may be used in one semester. Awards will be distributed evenly over three academic semesters (summer, fall and spring) for students in the two-year program, and no more than one-third of the annual award may be used in one semester. For students in the FlexTime program, awards will be distributed at 37.5% for each of the fall and spring semesters, and 25% for the summer semester. The total amount of all scholarships awarded may not exceed a student's total amount of tuition for the academic year, or in any given semester.

Established in 2013, a limited number of commuter scholarships are available to continuing students who travel to the Law Center at least 60 miles round-trip per day and more than two days per week. The scholarship is renewable for additional semesters with application. The application deadline is announced at the end of the Spring semester for the following academic year.

Touro College and Touro Law Center participate in this grant program available to eligible veterans that permits a scholarship award up to 25% of tuition. This scholarship is in addition to any available GI and VA benefits the student may be qualified for from the federal government. Veteran students must contact the Financial Aid Office to confirm eligibility.

Touro Law Center continues to add new scholarships for upper division law students. Students enrolled at the law center are encouraged to apply for all scholarships for which they are eligible, based on the criteria of each scholarship available. All scholarships require an essay based on stated scholarship criteria. Application deadlines are announced at the end of the Spring semester for the following academic year.

This scholarship was established in 2013 by Harvey Besunder, Esq. in memory of his wife Arline ’92. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) woman student who shows an interest in health law and/or professional ethics.

BEDFORD INSURANCE SCHOLARSHIP

BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP

CATHY AND HOWARD STEIN SCHOLARSHIP

CERTILMAN BALIN ADLER & HYMAN SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established by Touro Law Center Board Chair Howard Stein and the partners of Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman in 2013. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who shows academic promise.

DAVIDOFF FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2017 by Ruben Davidoff, Touro Law LL.M. class of 2010. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student in good academic standing for whom the scholarship will have a significant impact on his/her ability to attend the Law Center.

DEBORAH WAIRE POST SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2016 in honor of Professor Deborah Waire Post. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) African American student who comes from modest means with working parents and who may be the first member of his/her family to attending college and graduate school.

DELL FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2016 by Joseph Dell. The scholarship will be awarded to four (4) rising second-year (FT/PT) students each year for whom the scholarships will make a significant difference in the lives of the students during and after their legal education at Touro Law.

DENNIS CARRION SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2020 by alumnus Dennis Carrion '18. The scholarship will be awarded each year to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student in good academic standing who has a demonstrated commitment to business and entrpreneurship.

DIANE AND GERARD CATALANELLO SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2020 by alumnus Gerard Catalanello '92 and his wife, Diane. The scholarship will be awarded each year to an outstanding, underrepresented student on a competitive basis. The award criteria includes strong academics, leadership qualities and financial need.

DR. AND MRS. ALBERT SHERWYN AND JOSEPH AND SELMA COOPER SCHOLARSHIP FUND

This scholarship was established in 2015 by Touro Law adjunct professors Ilene Sherwyn Cooper and husband Mitchell J. Cooper. The scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student with a grade point average of at least 3.5.

EVELYN GLICKSTEIN KLIMPL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2016 by Dean Emeritus Howard A. Glickstein in memory of his sister Evelyn. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is a member of the Touro Law Center Law Review

FARRELL FRITZ, P.C. DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2017 by the Farrell Fritz, P.C. law firm. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student in good academic standing from a minority community. Preference will be given to a student with demonstrated financial need, for whom the scholarship will have a significant impact on his/her ability to attend the Law Center.

GERALD J. SCHER MOOT COURT SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2013 by Florence Hessen Scher ’85 in honor of her late husband. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is an incoming member of the Touro Law Center Moot Court Board. The determination of the award is to be based upon 50% need and 50% on a written essay regarding the candidate’s Moot Court aspirations.

GROSSMAN FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2013 by alumnus Jack Grossman ’88. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is well-rounded and active in student life at Touro Law Center.

HENRY SCHEIN SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2016 by Henry Schein, Inc. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student with a demonstrated interest in health law.

HONORABLE CHRIS J. COSCHIGNANO SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2016 by Chris Coschignano ’90. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who has an interest in practicing in the area of land use or real estate law. 

HONORABLE LEON D. LAZER SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2018 by David Lazer, Deborah Lazer, Brett Lazer and the Evan Lazer Trust (David Lazer, Trustee). The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student in good academic standing.

HOWARD A. GLICKSTEIN SCHOLARSHIP IN CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS

This scholarship was established in 2017 by the Milton Handler Foundation in honor of Dean Emeritus Howard A. Glickstein. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student with a demonstrated interest and passion for civil and human rights.

JAMES WEISSMAN SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2014 by Linda Weissman. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student with an interest in business law.

JASON SOLEIMANI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2018 by Lorraine Ganjian. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year student (FT/PT) in good standing.

JASPAN SCHLESINGER LLP SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2020 by the Law Firm of Jaspan Schlesinger LLP. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student in good standing.

JOHN SANTUCCI JUSTICE SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2013 by alumnus Thomas Santucci ’83, along with family and friends in honor of his father John Santucci, former DA of Queens and a longtime friend to Touro Law Center. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student whose profile demonstrates a commitment to perseverance and personal integrity.

JOSEPH M. MARGER SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2020 by alumnus Joseph M. Marger ’89. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is a first generation college graduate and law student, and expresses an interest in corporate or business law. 

JOSEPH M. MARGER ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2014 by alumnus Joseph M. Marger ’89. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student with an interest in corporate or business law. Preference will be given to a student who may be the first in his/her generation to attend law school.

THE JOSEPH B. ROSENBERG SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2018 by Joseph B. Rosenberg. The scholarship will be awarded each year to the Editor-in-Chief of the Touro Law Review.

THE JUDGE SOL WACHTLER VETERANS SCHOLARSHIP

This Scholarship was established in 2014 by North Shore-LIJ Health System’s Foundation and Law & Psychiatry Institute in honor of Sol Wachtler, a life trustee of the North Shore-LIJ Health System, former chief judge of the New York State Court of Appeals, a longtime member of the Touro Law Center’s Board of Governors and a Korean War Army veteran. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student who is a veteran or is focusing on studying veterans’ issues, mental health or disability law.

KERMIT GITENSTEIN SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2014 by the Kermit Gitenstein Foundation. The scholarship will be awarded to two (2) rising second-year (FT/PT) students who will be designated as Gitenstein Scholars. One Gitenstein scholarship is designated for a qualified student with an interest in health law and the second scholarship will be for a qualified student with an interest in aging and longevity law.

LEFKOWITZ FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2013 by alumna Helen Lefkowitz ’88. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is dedicated to professional ethics.

LUIS PAGAN LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2014 by the Long Island Hispanic Bar Association Community Service Fund (LIHBA) with the goal of enhancing the diversity of the student population at Touro Law Center and in the Long Island legal profession. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is a member of Touro Law's Latin American Law Students Association (LALSA) with a demonstrated commitment to Long Island and the Hispanic community.

LYNNE ADAIR KRAMER TRIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2021 by Professor Lynne Adair Kramer. The scholarship will be awarded to an upper-level (not a first-year) eligible student who is a member of the Touro Law Center Trial Advocacy and Practice Society (TAPS). The determination of the award will be based upon the student's contribution to the growth and development of the TAPS program and academics, with preference given to strong academics in the Trial Advocacy and/or Trial Practice classes. An essay will be required that addresses the applicant's vision of how membership in TAPS enhances their Law School experience, and may enhance their future career.

MARIO AND LINA CAPOBIANCO SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2015 by Mario and Lina Capobianco. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who shows academic promise.

MARLENA BRAUER SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2020 by alumna Marlena Brauer '85. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) female student who demonstrates by essay application that the scholarship will have a significant impact on the recipient's ability to attend the College.  Preference will be given to a woman who may be the first in her generation to attend law school, and/or has significant family or job responsibilities.

MARTIN AND LAURIE TANKLEFF SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2014 by alumnus Martin Tankleff ’14. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student interested in wrongful convictions specifically and more generally in criminal defense work.

MATTHEW MASCHLER SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2013 by alumnus Matthew Maschler ’97. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is dedicated to the ideals of the profession and collegiality.

MELTZER, LIPPE, GOLDSTEIN & BREITSTONE, LLP SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2015 by the Law Firm of Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone, LLP. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student whose demonstrated law school experience to date has influenced his/her career goals for the future.

MEYER, SUOZZI, ENGLISH & KLEIN, P.C. DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2017 by the Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C. law firm. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is in the top quartile of his/her class at the time of application. Preference will be given to a student with demonstrated financial need, for whom the scholarship will have a significant impact on his/her ability to attend the Law Center. The application shall include an essay on the following topic: Becoming an Attorney: the Benefits and Challenges of Diversity.

MOIN CHOUDHURY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2020 by Moin Choudhury.  The scholarship will be awarded each year to an LL.M. or JD student who demonstrates financial need, and is of South Asian descent or other diverse backgrounds.

NAGIN FAMILY PUBLIC INTEREST SCHOLARSHIP - IN MEMORY OF BRIAN M. LORD '07

This scholarship was established in 2018 by Jason H. Nagin, Esq. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student in good academic standing who intends to enter into the field of Public Interest Law after graduation.  The applicant should demonstrate a long term interest and commitment to the field of Public Interest Law.

NATALIE BAILEY AND HERBERT KIRSHNER FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2021 by alumnus Neil Fang, class of 1993, and the Natalie Bailey and Herbert Kirshner Foundation in response to the increased violence and acts of discrimination experienced by the Asian American community in the United States. The scholarship will be awarded to three (3) students who have been impacted by such violence and discrimination. 

OKAS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2020 by Dean Elena B. Langan. The scholarship will be awarded each year to an outstanding, first-generation student on a competitive basis.  The award criteria includes strong academics, leadership qualities and financial need. 

PATRICIA E. SALKIN SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established by the family and friends of Dean Patricia Salkin on the occasion of her Academic Convocation and installation as the 5th Dean of Touro Law Center. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) female student who shows commitment to women’s and/or diversity issues.

PROFESSOR EILEEN KAUFMAN PUBLIC INTEREST SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2019 by the family, friends, alumni and colleagues of Professor Eileen Kaufman upon her retirement in order to continue her legacy at the Law Center. The scholarship will be awarded each year to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who demonstrates a passion for Public Interest work.

QUATELA CHIMERI PLLC SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2020 by the law firm of Quatela Chimeri PLLC. The scholarship will be awarded each year to a rising second- or third-year (FT/PT) student who has demonstrated a commitment to raising awareness about issues of bias, diversity, equity and inclusion.

RHONDA GELFMAN SZABO SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2016 by Rhonda Gelfman Szabo ’86. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) female student in good academic standing.

RIVKIN RADLER LLP SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2014 by the law firm of Rivkin Radler LLP. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who shows academic promise.

RUSKIN MOSCOU FALTISCHEK SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was renewed in 2019 by the law firm of Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. The scholarship will be awarded to an upper-level student in good standing. 

SAHN WARD COSCHIGNANO SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2016 by members of the Sahn Ward Coschignano, PLLC law firm. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who has an interest in practicing in the area of land use or real estate law. 

SANFORD D. GARELIK SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2020 by Neal Garelik.  The scholarship will be awarded annually to five (5) rising second-year (FT/PT) students who have a keen interest in a criminal justice career and demonstrated financial need.  Preference will be given to applicants who attended John Jay College for their undergraduate degree and those in the top third of their law school class.    

SCHWARTZ CONROY & HACK PC SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2020 by alumnus Evan S. Schwartz '90 for Schwartz, Conroy & Hack, P.C.  The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student in the top third of his/her class, has demonstrated financial need, and should explain in the essay application how he/she intends to contribute to the society by attaining a law degree.  

SCHWARTZAPFEL LAWYERS P.C. ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2020 by the Schwartzapfel Lawyers P.C. law firm. The scholarship will be awarded annually to two (2) law students who are a son/daughter of a union member, currently have a 3.5 GPA or higher, and are in financial need. Applicants must submit a 500-word essay describing what inspired them to pursue a law degree as part of their application.

SCHWARTZAPFEL LAWYERS P.C. ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2014 by the Schwartzapfel Lawyers P.C. law firm. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student who is a son/daughter of a union member, currently has a 3.5 GPA or higher, and is in financial need. Applicants must submit a 500-word essay describing what inspired them to pursue a law degree as part of their application.

SHEILA AND STUART SALKIN SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2013 by Dean Salkin and her husband Howard Gross in honor of her parents. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student who is either currently or was previously a K-12 teacher pursuing school while also raising a family; or someone raising a family who has expressed an interest in educational law.

SHIRLEY FUCHSBERG SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2013 by the Fuchsberg family in memory of their mother, Shirley Fuchsberg, a longtime supporter and friend of Touro Law. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) female student that shows academic promise.

STEPHANIE ESTEVEZ '00 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2015 in memory of Stephanie Estevez '00 by her husband and two children. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) female student who is a working mother while attending law school.

SUSAN M. DIETRICH CLYNE ’88 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was created by Touro Law in memory of Susan Dietrich Clyne ’88 who perished on 9/11 in the World Trade Center tragedy. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising third-year, part-time student with significant family responsibilities.

THOMAS SHAW MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2017 by Robert Shaw in memory of his brother Thomas Shaw, who was a student at the Law Center. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is passionate about helping the underprivileged with access to justice. Preference will be given to a candidate interested in pursuing a career in public interest law. The application should be accompanied by an essay addressing the candidate’s interest in “doing the public good.”

TSUNIS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2014 by John Tsunis. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student with an interest in land use and/or real estate law.

THE JUDGE SOL WACHTLER VETERANS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

This scholarship was established in 2015 by the Judy and Fred Wilpon Family Foundation in honor of Judge Sol Wachtler, the former Chief Judge of New York State, in recognition of his work with veterans, and the Wilpon family’s keen interest in assisting veterans. The scholarships will be awarded to Touro Law Center students who are U.S. military veterans and meet specific academic and financial criteria.

MARK C. ZAUDERER SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in 2016 by Mark Zauderer. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student who achieves the highest grade for performance in Civil Dispute Resolution and Procedure.  In the event of a tie, an essay will be required.

BETH M. GAZES AWARD

This award was established in 2021 by alumna Beth M. Gazes, class of 2020. The award will be presented annually to a rising second-, third- or fourth-year student who is actively parenting "school-aged" children while attending Touro Law Center in the part-time program. Preference will be given to a female student.

ILENE H. BARSHAY AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE

Stan and Ilene ’87 Barshay, together with their family, created this award to recognize a rising second-year student who has demonstrated both excellence in Legal Process and compelling circumstances outside of the classroom.